James A. Cooley II

U.S. House candidate
Home state
Texas
Party
Libertarian
On the ballot
1982
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
II3,271
Opponents109,359
1
Elections run

James A. Cooley II, a Libertarian politician from Texas, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1982 U.S. House election in Texas's District 17 to Charles W. Stenholm, receiving 3,271 votes (2.9%).

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How many votes has James A. Cooley II received?

James A. Cooley II has received 3,271 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.

Election history

James A. Cooley II’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1982U.S. HouseTexasLost3,2712.9%Charles W. Stenholm
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