1842 Massachusetts gubernatorial election

The 1842 Massachusetts gubernatorial election consisted of an initial popular election held on November 14, 1842 that was followed by a legislative vote held on January 17, 1843. The ultimate task of electing the governor had been placed before the Massachusetts General Court because no candidate received the majority of the vote that was constitutionally required for a candidate to be elected through the popular election. Incumbent Whig Governor John Davis was defeated by Democratic nominee and former Governor Marcus Morton.

1842 Massachusetts gubernatorial election

November 14, 1842
 
Nominee Marcus Morton John Davis Samuel E. Sewall
Party Democratic Whig Liberty
Popular vote 56,491 54,939 6,382
Percentage 47.88% 46.56% 5.41%
Senate vote 27 11

Governor before election

John Davis
Whig

Elected Governor

Marcus Morton
Democratic

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