According to this site, it's because...well, I'll just copy & paste:
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Why on Tuesday?
In 1845, and for many years after that, only the county seats had a polling places. For many voters, this meant at least an overnight trip on horseback or buggy. If the election were held on Monday, people would have to leave on Sunday, which in 1845, was reserved for church.
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Of course, that was nearly 160 years ago...and the only good reason that I can find for it STILL being Tuesday is, "well, is there a better day?"
Oh, and it's the first Tuesday AFTER the first Monday to ensure that election day doesn't fall on November 1st. Which is All Saint's Day, and apparently a big Catholic holiday (I have no idea, since I'm not Catholic, so I'll just smile and nod  )
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