In 1880 , Windom sought the Republican nomination for President . But at the Republican National Convention , he received only 10 votes on the first ballot . The convention deadlocked , and after over 30 ballots began to consider choosing a " dark horse " candidate , such as Windom . But instead of Windom , they nominated James A. Garfield , who was subsequently elected President
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1880 Republican National Convention
William Windom