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RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Wheeler4.0M
Opponents4.3M
Total Electoral Votes
Wheeler185
Opponents184
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Elections run
As a running mate, Wheeler is credited with the ticket’s popular and electoral votes. A vote for the ticket counts for both names on it.
William A. Wheeler, a Republican politician, ran once for U.S. office, winning the 1876 U.S. presidential election with 4,036,298 votes (48%), defeating Samuel J. Tilden.
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How many votes has William A. Wheeler received?
William A. Wheeler has received 4,036,298 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 1–0, plus 185 electoral votes.
Election history
| Year | Office | Result | Votes | Opponent(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1876 | Vice Presidentwith Rutherford B. Hayes | Won | 4,036,298 (48%)185 EV | Samuel J. Tilden |
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