1845–46 Massachusetts gubernatorial election

The 1845–46 Massachusetts gubernatorial election consisted of an initial popular election held on November 10, 1845 that was followed by a legislative vote held on January 12, 1846. The ultimate task of electing the governor had been placed before the Massachusetts General Court because no candidate received the majority of the vote required for a candidate to be elected through the popular election. Incumbent Whig Governor George N. Briggs defeated Democratic nominee Isaac Davis, Liberty Party nominee Samuel E. Sewall and Know Nothing nominee Henry Shaw.

1845–46 Massachusetts gubernatorial election

November 10, 1845 (popular election)
January 12, 1846 (legislative vote)
 
Nominee George N. Briggs Isaac Davis
Party Whig Democratic
Popular election 51,638
48.75%
37,427
35.33%
Senate vote unanimous 0

 
Nominee Samuel E. Sewall Henry Shaw
Party Liberty Know Nothing
Popular election 8,316
7.85%
8,089
7.64%

Governor before election

George N. Briggs
Whig

Elected Governor

George N. Briggs
Whig

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