1816 Kentucky gubernatorial election
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The 1816 Kentucky gubernatorial election was held on August 5, 1816.
August 5, 1816
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Incumbent Democratic-Republican Governor Isaac Shelby was term-limited, and could not seek a second consecutive term.
Former state auditor of public accounts George Madison was elected unopposed.
Madison died on October 14, 1816, six weeks after taking office, and was succeeded by Lieutenant Governor Gabriel Slaughter.
General election
Candidates
- George Madison, former state auditor of public accounts
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- James Johnson, former member of the state senate[1][2][3][4]
Results
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic-Republican | George Madison | 47,442 | 100.00% | ||
| Turnout | 47,442 | ||||
| Democratic-Republican hold | Swing | ||||
