Karen S. Burstein

U.S. House candidate
Home state
New York
Party
Democratic
On the ballot
1980
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Burstein77,228
Opponents105,140
1
Elections run

Karen S. Burstein, a Democratic politician from New York, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1980 U.S. House election in New York's District 5 to Raymond J. McGrath, receiving 77,228 votes (40.05%).

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How many votes has Karen S. Burstein received?

Karen S. Burstein has received 77,228 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.

Election history

Karen S. Burstein’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1980U.S. HouseNew YorkLost77,22840.05%Raymond J. McGrath
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