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The 1848 Philadelphia mayoral election saw the reelection of John Swift to a twelfth overall non-consecutive term.[1]
Electoral system
Beginning in 1839, the city operated under a mixed electoral system. Citizens voted for mayor in a general election. If a candidate receive a majority of the vote, they would be elected mayor. However, if no candidate received a majority, the City Council would select a mayor from the top-two finishers.[1]
Results
1848 Philadelphia mayoral election results[1]
| Candidate
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Votes
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%
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| John Swift (incumbent)
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8,440
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62.09%
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| Samuel Badger
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5,079
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37.36%
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| Thomas Wattson
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75
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0.55%
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| Total votes
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13,594
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