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The 1836 Connecticut gubernatorial election was held on April 4, 1836.[1][2] Incumbent governor and Democratic nominee Henry W. Edwards was re-elected, defeating former governor, senator and Whig nominee Gideon Tomlinson with 53.93% of the vote.
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Democratic | Henry W. Edwards (incumbent) | 20,360 | 53.93% | ||
Whig | Gideon Tomlinson | 17,393 | 46.07% | ||
Majority | 2,967 | ||||
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See also: Political party strength in Connecticut |
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