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RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Thompson119,292
Opponents143,110
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Elections run
William R. Thompson, a Democratic politician from West Virginia, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1912 governor election in West Virginia to Henry D. Hatfield, receiving 119,292 votes (44.47%).
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How many votes has William R. Thompson received?
William R. Thompson has received 119,292 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.
Election history
| Year | Office | Result | Votes | Opponent(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 | GovernorWest Virginia | Lost | 119,29244.47% | Henry D. Hatfield Walter B. Hilton |
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