1857 Connecticut gubernatorial election
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The 1857 Connecticut gubernatorial election was held on April 6, 1857.[1][2] Former Lieutenant Governor and Republican nominee Alexander H. Holley defeated former congressman and Democratic nominee Samuel Ingham with 50.44% of the vote.
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April 6, 1857
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Holley: 50â60% 60â70% 70â80% Ingham: 50â60% 60â70% 70â80% Tie: 40â50% | |||||||||||||||||
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General election
Candidates
Major party candidates
- Alexander H. Holley, Republican
- Samuel Ingham, Democratic
Results
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
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| Republican | Alexander H. Holley | 31,709 | 50.44% | ||
| Democratic | Samuel Ingham | 31,156 | 49.56% | ||
| Majority | 553 | ||||
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| Republican hold | Swing | ||||
