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The 1865 Louisiana gubernatorial election was the second election to take place under the Louisiana Constitution of 1864. As a result of this election James Madison Wells was re-elected Governor of Louisiana. The result was a lopsided victory for Wells because many whites, who supported the Democratic Party, remained disqualified due to their support of the Confederacy. Nonetheless, Democrats nominated fugitive former Governor Henry Watkins Allen.

Results

Popular Vote[1]

Party Candidate Votes received Percentage
Republican James Madison Wells 22,312 80.23%
Democratic Henry Watkins Allen 5,497 19.77%
Total Vote 27,809
Preceded by
1864 Louisiana gubernatorial election (Union)
Louisiana gubernatorial elections Succeeded by
1868 Louisiana gubernatorial election

References

  1. ^ Jeanne Frois. 2006. Louisiana Almanac, 2006–2007 Edition. Gretna, La: Pelican Pub. Co. p.547