James J. Riley

U.S. House candidate
Home state
Maryland
Party
Democratic
On the ballot
1980
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Riley47,375
Opponents120,985
1
Elections run

James J. Riley, a Democratic politician from Maryland, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1980 U.S. House election in Maryland's District 4 to Marjorie S. Holt, receiving 47,375 votes (28.14%).

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How many votes has James J. Riley received?

James J. Riley has received 47,375 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.

Election history

James J. Riley’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1980U.S. HouseMarylandLost47,37528.14%Marjorie S. Holt
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