From the Straight Dope by Cecil Adams-election facts

[Clinton Crusader]

A little election humor--
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Various sources do claim that the taller candidate usually wins.

In the nineteen presidential elections between 1888 and 1960, the taller candidate won all but once - when 6'2" Roosevelt beat the 6'2" 1/2 Wendall Willkie in 1940.

According to the book Too Small, Too Tall (John Gillis) in the 21 presidential elections from 1904 to 1984 the taller candidate won 80% of the time.

Consider another theory of presidential electoral success.

Of the 22 elections between 1876 and 1960, the candidate with more letters in his last name won 20 times.

Don't believe us? Try it yourself.

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[Clinton Crusader]

1. Forgot to include-this is from The Return Of The Straight Dope

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