Election Controversies

Election of 1824

Oct 26, 1824

John Adams versus Andrew Jackson. Popular vote winner did not become president.

Election of 1872

Nov 5, 1872

Greeley versus Grant. Greeley died before he wouod recieve 86 electoral votes, but his votes were divided among four minor parties.

Election of 1888

Nov 6, 1888

Harrison versus Cleveland. Winner of popular vote did not recieve presidency.

Election of 2000

Nov 7, 2000

ECection where the incumbent Vice President did not win the election even with the majority of votes.