Jim McClarin

U.S. House candidate
Home state
California
Party
Libertarian
On the ballot
1980
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
McClarin17,419
Opponents252,780
1
Elections run

Jim McClarin, a Libertarian politician from California, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1980 U.S. House election in California's District 1 to Eugene A. Chappie, receiving 17,419 votes (6.45%).

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How many votes has Jim McClarin received?

Jim McClarin has received 17,419 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.

Election history

Jim McClarin’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1980U.S. HouseCaliforniaLost17,4196.45%Eugene A. Chappie
Harold T. Johnson
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