Edward L. Safford

Gubernatorial candidate
Home state
New Mexico
Party
Republican
On the ballot
1946
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Safford62,575
Opponents70,055
1
Elections run

Edward L. Safford, a Republican politician from New Mexico, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1946 governor election in New Mexico to Thomas J. Mabry, receiving 62,575 votes (47.18%).

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How many votes has Edward L. Safford received?

Edward L. Safford has received 62,575 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.

Election history

Edward L. Safford’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1946GovernorNew MexicoLost62,57547.18%Thomas J. Mabry
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