Richard Dickison

U.S. House candidate
Home state
South Carolina
Party
Republican
On the ballot
1986
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Dickison36,495
Opponents79,109
1
Elections run

Richard Dickison, a Republican politician from South Carolina, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1986 U.S. House election in South Carolina's District 3 to Butler C. Derrick, receiving 36,495 votes (31.55%).

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How many votes has Richard Dickison received?

Richard Dickison has received 36,495 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.

Election history

Richard Dickison’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1986U.S. HouseSouth CarolinaLost36,49531.55%Butler C. Derrick
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