1789 Rhode Island gubernatorial election explained

Election Name:1789 Rhode Island gubernatorial election
Country:Rhode Island
Type:Presidential
Ongoing:no
Previous Election:1788 Rhode Island gubernatorial election
Previous Year:1788
Next Election:1790 Rhode Island gubernatorial election
Next Year:1790
Election Date:April 1, 1789
Nominee1:John Collins
Percentage1:100%
Governor
Before Election:John Collins
After Election:John Collins

The 1789 Rhode Island gubernatorial election was an uncontested election held on April 1, 1789 to elect the governor of Rhode Island. John Collins, the incumbent governor, was the sole candidate and so won with 100% of the vote.[1] [2]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: RI Governor . OurCampaigns . 2 July 2020.
  2. Web site: Rhode Island 1789 Governor . A New Nation Votes . . 2 July 2020.