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The 1877 Virginia gubernatorial election was held on November 6, 1877 to elect the governor of Virginia. The Republicans failed to nominate a candidate in this election, and as a result Democratic nominee and former Confederate congressman Frederick Holliday faced no opposition.
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Frederick W. M. Holliday | 101,873 | 95.93 | |
| Write-ins | 4,327 | 4.07 | ||
| Total votes | 106,200 | 100 | ||
| Democratic hold | ||||
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