Harry Kniffen

U.S. House candidate
Home state
Texas
Party
Democratic
On the ballot
1986
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Kniffen17,635
Opponents130,760
1
Elections run

Harry Kniffen, a Democratic politician from Texas, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1986 U.S. House election in Texas's District 7 to Bill Archer, receiving 17,635 votes (11.88%).

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How many votes has Harry Kniffen received?

Harry Kniffen has received 17,635 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.

Election history

Harry Kniffen’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1986U.S. HouseTexasLost17,63511.88%Bill Archer
Roger Plail
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