1840 United States presidential election in Michigan
The 1840 United States presidential election in Michigan took place between October 30 and December 2, 1840, as part of the 1840 United States presidential election. Voters chose three representatives, or electors to the Electoral College, who voted for President and Vice President.
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Michigan voted for the Whig candidate, William Henry Harrison, over Democratic candidate Martin Van Buren. Harrison won Michigan by a margin of 4.14%.
Results
Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
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Whig | William Henry Harrison | 22,933 | 51.71% | |
Democratic | Martin Van Buren | 21,096 | 47.57% | |
Liberty | James G. Birney | 321 | 0.72% | |
Total votes | 44,350 | 100% |
References
- "1840 Presidential General Election Results - Michigan". U.S. Election Atlas. Retrieved 23 December 2013.
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