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James A. Peck

U.S. House candidate
Home state
New York
Party
liberal
On the ballot
1978
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Peck6,204
Opponents113,928
1
Elections run

James A. Peck, a Liberal politician from New York, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1978 U.S. House election in New York's District 38 to Jack Kemp, receiving 6,204 votes (5.16%).

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How many votes has James A. Peck received?

James A. Peck has received 6,204 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.

Election history

James A. Peck’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1978U.S. HouseNew YorkLost6,2045.16%Jack Kemp
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