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Walter Johnson

Gubernatorial candidate
Home state
Virginia
Party
Republican
On the ballot
1949
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Johnson71,991
Opponents184,772
1
Elections run

Walter Johnson, a Republican politician from Virginia, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1949 governor election in Virginia to John S. Battle, receiving 71,991 votes (27.4%).

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How many votes has Walter Johnson received?

Walter Johnson has received 71,991 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.

Election history

Walter Johnson’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1949GovernorVirginiaLost71,99127.4%John S. Battle
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