Harry O'Brien

U.S. Senate candidate
Home state
North Dakota
Party
Democratic
On the ballot
1950
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
O'Brien60,507
Opponents126,209
1
Elections run

Harry O'Brien, a Democratic politician from North Dakota, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1950 U.S. Senate election in North Dakota to Milton R. Young, receiving 60,507 votes (32.41%).

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How many votes has Harry O'Brien received?

Harry O'Brien has received 60,507 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.

Election history

Harry O'Brien’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1950U.S. SenateNorth DakotaLost60,50732.41%Milton R. Young
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