1871 Massachusetts gubernatorial election

The 1871 Massachusetts gubernatorial election was held on November 7, 1871. Incumbent Republican Governor William Claflin did not run for a fourth term in office. He was succeeded by Republican U.S. Representative William B. Washburn, who defeated Democrat John Quincy Adams II.

1871 Massachusetts gubernatorial election

November 7, 1871
 
Nominee William B. Washburn John Quincy Adams II Edwin M. Chamberlain
Party Republican Democratic Labor Reform
Popular vote 75,129 47,725 6,848
Percentage 54.92% 34.89% 5.01%

Governor before election

William Claflin
Republican

Elected Governor

William B. Washburn
Republican

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