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The1829 Massachusetts gubernatorial election was held on April 6.
National Republican GovernorLevi Lincoln Jr. was re-elected to a fifth term in office over DemocratMarcus Morton.
Justice Morton once again refused his candidacy but was nonetheless promoted byDavid Henshaw against his wishes, for want of a willing candidate. Nevertheless, Morton privately took personal and political pride in the support he did receive, taking it as evidence the new Democratic Party could be a success.[1]
With low turnout and Morton's refusal, the election was a landslide for Lincoln. Morton carried 35 towns, 17 more than he had carried in 1828.[1]
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Republican | Levi Lincoln Jr. (incumbent) | 25,217 | 71.63% |  9.90 | |
| Democratic | Marcus Morton | 6,864 | 19.50% |  6.79 | |
| Write-in | 3,123 | 8.87% | 3.29 | ||
| Total votes | 35,204 | 100.00% | |||
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