John Taylor Gilman
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John Taylor Gilman
U.S.A.
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Personal Background
John Taylor Gilman, born into a prominent family in Exeter, Province of New Hampshire, entered family businesses in shipbuilding and mercantile trade at a young age. He gained early public recognition by reading the Dunlap Broadside of the Declaration of Independence. Gilman transitioned into public service, holding various roles such as selectman, member of the New Hampshire House of Representatives, and delegate to the Convention of the States. He served multiple terms as Governor of New Hampshire, showcasing leadership and dedication to public service. Additionally, Gilman held significant positions in education, including trustee and president of the board of trustees for Phillips Exeter Academy, and contributed to its growth through property donations.
Political Ideas
John Taylor Gilman's political identity is marked by a unique blend of historical reverence and pragmatic localism. He emphasizes the importance of education, as evidenced by his roles in educational institutions and his property donations. His support for family businesses in shipbuilding and mercantile trade suggests a focus on regional economic development. Gilman's approach to public service, spanning multiple terms as governor and various other offices, reveals a deeply rooted commitment to his community. His legislative actions on environmental regulations hint at a calculated balancing of industrial interests and environmental protection, raising questions about the underlying principles guiding his decisions.
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Election History
1815 New Hampshire gubernatorial election
18,357 votes (50.72%)
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1814 New Hampshire gubernatorial election
19,675 votes (51.05%)
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1813 New Hampshire gubernatorial election
18,107 votes (50.68%)
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1812 New Hampshire gubernatorial election
15,613 votes (48.82%)
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1808 New Hampshire gubernatorial election
1,261 votes (7.93%)
Winner: John Langdon
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1806 New Hampshire gubernatorial election
1,553 votes (7.55%)
Winner: John Langdon
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1805 New Hampshire gubernatorial election
12,287 votes (43.20%)
Winner: John Langdon
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1804 New Hampshire gubernatorial election
12,216 votes (50.31%)
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1803 New Hampshire gubernatorial election
12,263 votes (57.53%)
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1802 New Hampshire gubernatorial election
10,377 votes (54.14%)
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1801 New Hampshire gubernatorial election
10,898 votes (65.50%)
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1800 New Hampshire gubernatorial election
10,362 votes (61.82%)
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1799 New Hampshire gubernatorial election
10,138 votes (86.37%)
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1798 New Hampshire gubernatorial election
9,397 votes (77.32%)
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1797 New Hampshire gubernatorial election
9,625 votes (88.93%)
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New Hampshire gubernatorial election, 1796
7,809 votes (72.47%)
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New Hampshire gubernatorial election, 1795
9,340 votes (98.94%)
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New Hampshire gubernatorial election, 1794
7,629 votes (72.87%)
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New Hampshire gubernatorial election, 1793
708 votes (7.19%)
Winner: Josiah Bartlett
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