Richard Haeder

Gubernatorial candidate
Home state
South Dakota
Party
Democratic
On the ballot
1946
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Haeder53,294
Opponents108,998
1
Elections run

Richard Haeder, a Democratic politician from South Dakota, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1946 governor election in South Dakota to George Mickelson, receiving 53,294 votes (32.84%).

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How many votes has Richard Haeder received?

Richard Haeder has received 53,294 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.

Election history

Richard Haeder’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1946GovernorSouth DakotaLost53,29432.84%George Mickelson
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