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David M. Smith

U.S. House candidate
Home state
Virginia
Party
Democratic
On the ballot
1990
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Smith58,684
Opponents81,688
1
Elections run

David M. Smith, a Democratic politician from Virginia, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1990 U.S. House election in Virginia's District 7 to D. French Slaughter Jr., receiving 58,684 votes (41.73%).

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How many votes has David M. Smith received?

David M. Smith has received 58,684 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.

Election history

David M. Smith’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1990U.S. HouseVirginiaLost58,68441.73%D. French Slaughter Jr.
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