Simon Toossem

U.S. House candidate
Home state
Iowa
Party
progressive
On the ballot
1948
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Toossem291
Opponents102,906
1
Elections run

Simon Toossem, a Progressive politician from Iowa, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1948 U.S. House election in Iowa's District 8 to Charles Hoeven, receiving 291 votes (0.28%).

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How many votes has Simon Toossem received?

Simon Toossem has received 291 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.

Election history

Simon Toossem’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1948U.S. HouseIowaLost2910.28%Charles Hoeven
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