Richard Elkin

Gubernatorial candidate
Home state
North Dakota
Party
Republican
On the ballot
1976
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Elkin138,321
Opponents153,309
1
Elections run

Richard Elkin, a Republican politician from North Dakota, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1976 governor election in North Dakota to Arthur A. Link, receiving 138,321 votes (46.5%).

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How many votes has Richard Elkin received?

Richard Elkin has received 138,321 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.

Election history

Richard Elkin’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1976GovernorNorth DakotaLost138,32146.5%Arthur A. Link
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