Oliver Wolcott Jr.

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Oliver Wolcott Jr.

U.S.A.

Party Democratic-Republican;Toleration
Latest Campaign State Governor
Date of Birth January 11, 1760
Date of Death June 1, 1833 (Age: 73)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Oliver Wolcott Jr. graduated from Yale University and served in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War. He pursued a career in public service, holding various roles in state and federal government, including positions with the Connecticut Committee on Pay-Table and the United States Department of the Treasury. Wolcott Jr. also engaged in private sector activities as a commission merchant in New York City. His extensive experience in financial management and accounting, particularly in his role as Comptroller for the United States Department of the Treasury, underscores his expertise in economic policy and administration.

Political Ideas

Oliver Wolcott Jr. exhibits an intriguing blend of fiscal conservatism and administrative pragmatism, having worked closely with Alexander Hamilton while holding key financial roles. His tenure in various state and federal positions, including Comptroller of Public Accounts and Secretary of the Treasury, reveals a calculated approach to economic policy. Wolcott’s military background adds a layer of principled rigidity, suggesting a steadfast commitment to national stability.

Campaigns
1827: Connecticut State Governor

Election History

1827 Connecticut gubernatorial election

5,295 votes (39.09%)

Loss

Winner: Gideon Tomlinson

1826: Connecticut State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

1826 Connecticut gubernatorial election

6,780 votes (56.77%)

Win
1825: Connecticut State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

1825 Connecticut gubernatorial election

7,147 votes (68.82%)

Win
1824: Connecticut State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

1824 Connecticut gubernatorial election

6,637 votes (88.81%)

Win
1823: Connecticut State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

1823 Connecticut gubernatorial election

9,090 votes (88.96%)

Win
1822: Connecticut State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

1822 Connecticut gubernatorial election

8,568 votes (86.59%)

Win
1821: Connecticut State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

1821 Connecticut gubernatorial election

10,064 votes (86.91%)

Win
1818: Connecticut State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

1818 Connecticut gubernatorial election

15,432 votes (86.32%)

Win
1817: Connecticut State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

Connecticut gubernatorial election, 1817

14,593 votes (51.16%)

Win
1816: Connecticut State Governor

Election History

Connecticut gubernatorial election, 1816

10,281 votes (46.96%)

Loss

Winner: John Cotton Smith