William R. Bryant

Gubernatorial candidate
Home state
Texas
Party
Republican
On the ballot
1956
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Bryant261,283
Opponents1.5M
1
Elections run

William R. Bryant, a Republican politician from Texas, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1956 governor election in Texas to Price Daniel, receiving 261,283 votes (15.2%).

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How many votes has William R. Bryant received?

William R. Bryant has received 261,283 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.

Election history

William R. Bryant’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1956GovernorTexasLost261,28315.2%Price Daniel
W. Lee O'Daniel
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