Daniel I. J. Thornton
U.S. Senate candidate
- Born
- January 31, 1911
- Died
- January 19, 1976
- Age at death
- 64
- Home state
- Colorado
- Party
- Republican
- On the ballot
- 1956
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RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Thornton317,102
Opponents319,872
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Elections run
Daniel I. J. Thornton (1911–1976), a Republican politician from Colorado, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1956 U.S. Senate election in Colorado to John A. Carroll, receiving 317,102 votes (49.78%).
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How many votes has Daniel I. J. Thornton received?
Daniel I. J. Thornton has received 317,102 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.
Election history
| Year | Office | Result | Votes | Opponent(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1956 | U.S. SenateColorado | Lost | 317,10249.78% | John A. Carroll |
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