Edward Goldsmith

U.S. House candidate
Home state
New York
Party
socialist
On the ballot
1888
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Goldsmith162
Opponents41,682
1
Elections run

Edward Goldsmith, a Socialist politician from New York, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1888 U.S. House election in New York's District 14 to William Stahlnecker, receiving 162 votes (0.39%).

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How many votes has Edward Goldsmith received?

Edward Goldsmith has received 162 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.

Election history

Edward Goldsmith’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1888U.S. HouseNew YorkLost1620.39%William Stahlnecker
Fernando Wood

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