James L. Bevel

U.S. House candidate
Home state
Illinois
Party
Republican
On the ballot
1984
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Bevel37,411
Opponents135,493
1
Elections run

James L. Bevel, a Republican politician from Illinois, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1984 U.S. House election in Illinois's District 7 to Cardiss Collins, receiving 37,411 votes (21.64%).

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How many votes has James L. Bevel received?

James L. Bevel has received 37,411 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.

Election history

James L. Bevel’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1984U.S. HouseIllinoisLost37,41121.64%Cardiss Collins
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