James Abourezk

U.S. Representative
Home state
South Dakota
Party
Democratic
On the ballot
1970
1-0
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Abourezk55,925
Opponents51,092
1
Elections run

James Abourezk, a Democratic politician from South Dakota, ran once for U.S. office, winning the 1970 U.S. House election in South Dakota's District 2 with 55,925 votes (52.26%), defeating Fred D Brady.

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How many votes has James Abourezk received?

James Abourezk has received 55,925 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 1–0.

Election history

James Abourezk’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1970U.S. HouseSouth DakotaWon55,92552.26%Fred D Brady
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