1864 Indiana gubernatorial election

The 1864 Indiana gubernatorial election was held on October 11, 1864. Incumbent Republican Oliver P. Morton defeated Democratic nominee Joseph E. McDonald with 53.72% of the vote.

1864 Indiana gubernatorial election
October 11, 1864
 
Nominee Oliver P. Morton Joseph E. McDonald
Party Republican Democratic
Popular vote 152,275 131,200
Percentage 53.72% 46.28%
Governor before election

Oliver P. Morton
Republican

 Elected Governor

Oliver P. Morton
Republican

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General election

Candidates
  • Oliver P. Morton, Republican
  • Joseph E. McDonald, Democratic

Results
1864 Indiana gubernatorial election[1]
Party Candidate Votes % ±%
Republican Oliver P. Morton 152,275 53.72%
Democratic Joseph E. McDonald 131,200 46.28%
Majority 21,075
Turnout
Republican hold Swing

References
  1. Kalb, Deborah (24 December 2015). Guide to U.S. Elections. ISBN 9781483380353. Retrieved August 30, 2020.
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