John Ostlund

Gubernatorial candidate
Home state
Wyoming
Party
Republican
On the ballot
1978
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Ostlund67,595
Opponents69,972
1
Elections run

John Ostlund, a Republican politician from Wyoming, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1978 governor election in Wyoming to Edgar Herschler, receiving 67,595 votes (49.14%).

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How many votes has John Ostlund received?

John Ostlund has received 67,595 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.

Election history

John Ostlund’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1978GovernorWyomingLost67,59549.14%Edgar Herschler
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