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RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Purvis306,982
Opponents658,148
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Elections run
Melvin Purvis, a Democratic politician from South Carolina, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1984 U.S. Senate election in South Carolina to Strom Thurmond, receiving 306,982 votes (31.81%).
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How many votes has Melvin Purvis received?
Melvin Purvis has received 306,982 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.
Election history
| Year | Office | Result | Votes | Opponent(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | U.S. SenateSouth Carolina | Lost | 306,98231.81% | Strom Thurmond Stephen Davis |
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