Washington Ellsworth Lindsey (December 20, 1862 – April 5, 1926) was an American politician and the third governor of New Mexico.

[1] Lindsey practiced law for ten years in Chicago, Illinois before moving to Portales, New Mexico.

[2] During Lindsey's term in office, First World War measures were initiated, the 'Australian ballot' system was promoted and a corrupt practices bill was lobbied for.

After serving as governor, Lindsey resumed his private career, primarily working as an attorney.

In 1924 he served as a delegate to the Republican National Convention, at which Calvin Coolidge received the party's nomination as presidential candidate.