1826 Connecticut lieutenant gubernatorial election
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The 1826 Connecticut lieutenant gubernatorial election was held on April 13, 1826, in order to elect the lieutenant governor of Connecticut. Incumbent National Republican lieutenant governor David Plant won re-election as he ran with minimal opposition.
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April 13, 1826
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General election
On election day, April 13, 1826, incumbent National Republican lieutenant governor David Plant won re-election with 77.70% of the vote, thereby retaining National Republican control over the office of lieutenant governor. Plant was sworn in for his fourth term on May 2, 1826.[1]
Results
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Republican | David Plant (incumbent) | 4,794 | 77.70 | |
| Scattering | 1,378 | 22.30 | ||
| Total votes | 6,172 | 100.00 | ||
| National Republican hold | ||||