1777 Rhode Island gubernatorial election
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The 1777 Rhode Island gubernatorial election was held on April 2, 1777, in order to elect the governor of Rhode Island. Incumbent Independent governor Nicholas Cooke won re-election as he ran unopposed. The exact number of votes cast in this election are unknown.[1]
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April 2, 1777
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General election
On election day, April 2, 1777, incumbent Independent governor Nicholas Cooke won re-election as he ran unopposed, thereby retaining Independent control over the office of governor. Cooke was sworn in for his second term on May 5, 1777.[2]
Results
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
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| Independent | Nicholas Cooke (incumbent) | 100.00 | ||
| Total votes | 100.00 | |||
| Independent hold | ||||
