What was the outcome of the 1876 presidential election for Hendricks?
Won by landslide
Lost by one Electoral vote
Won by one Electoral vote
Election was postponed
Answer
The outcome for Thomas Hendricks in the 1876 presidential election resulted in a narrow defeat by a single Electoral College vote. The election, marked by intense competition and disputed results, ultimately led to the victory of Rutherford B. Hayes, who secured the presidency despite losing the popular vote. The controversial resolution of the election, influenced by political compromises, left a lasting impact on the American electoral system.
Stepping into History: The Life of Thomas A. Hendricks
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