The 1827 Connecticut gubernatorial election was held on April 12, 1827. Former congressman, speaker and Democratic-Republican candidate Gideon Tomlinson defeated incumbent governor and Democratic-Republican candidate Oliver Wolcott Jr., winning with 56.71% of the vote.
The Democratic-Republicans in Connecticut had grown tired of governor Wolcott, and wished to replace him. They nominated Tomlinson instead, and Tomlinson fended off a challenge from Wolcott and his supporters.
General election
Candidates
Major candidates
- Gideon Tomlinson, Democratic-Republican, Tomlinson Faction
- Oliver Wolcott Jr., Democratic-Republican, Wolcott Faction
Minor candidates
- David Daggett, Federalist
- Timothy Pitkin, Federalist
Results
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