1801 New Jersey gubernatorial election
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The 1801 New Jersey gubernatorial election was held on October 31, 1801, in order to elect the Governor of New Jersey. Democratic-Republican nominee and former Mayor of Burlington Joseph Bloomfield was elected by the New Jersey General Assembly against Federalist nominee and former United States Senator from New Jersey Richard Stockton.[1]
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October 31, 1801
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General election
On election day, October 31, 1801, Democratic-Republican nominee Joseph Bloomfield was elected by the New Jersey General Assembly by a margin of 10 votes against his opponent Federalist nominee Richard Stockton, thereby gaining Democratic-Republican control over the office of Governor. Bloomfield was sworn in as the 4th Governor of New Jersey that same day.[2]
Results
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic-Republican | Joseph Bloomfield | 30 | 60.00% | |
| Federalist | Richard Stockton | 20 | 40.00% | |
| Total votes | 50 | 100.00% | ||
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