Edward Gaffney

U.S. House candidate
Home state
Idaho
Party
Republican
On the ballot
1940
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Gaffney37,999
Opponents62,107
1
Elections run

Edward Gaffney, a Republican politician from Idaho, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1940 U.S. House election in Idaho's District 1 to Compton White, receiving 37,999 votes (37.96%).

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How many votes has Edward Gaffney received?

Edward Gaffney has received 37,999 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.

Election history

Edward Gaffney’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1940U.S. HouseIdahoLost37,99937.96%Compton White
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