1860 Connecticut gubernatorial election
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The 1860 Connecticut gubernatorial election was held on April 2, 1860.[1][2] Incumbent governor and Republican nominee William Alfred Buckingham defeated former governor and Democratic nominee Thomas H. Seymour with 50.30% of the vote.
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April 2, 1860
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Buckingham: 50â60% 60â70% 70â80% Seymour: 50â60% 60â70% 70â80% Tie | |||||||||||||||||
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General election
Candidates
Major party candidates
- William Alfred Buckingham, Republican
- Thomas H. Seymour, Democratic
Results
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
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| Republican | William Alfred Buckingham (incumbent) | 44,458 | 50.30% | ||
| Democratic | Thomas H. Seymour | 43,920 | 49.70% | ||
| Majority | 538 | ||||
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| Republican hold | Swing | ||||
