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Walter M. Calinger

U.S. House candidate
Home state
Nebraska
Party
Democratic
On the ballot
1986
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Calinger70,372
Opponents99,569
1
Elections run

Walter M. Calinger, a Democratic politician from Nebraska, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1986 U.S. House election in Nebraska's District 2 to Hal Daub, receiving 70,372 votes (41.33%).

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How many votes has Walter M. Calinger received?

Walter M. Calinger has received 70,372 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.

Election history

Walter M. Calinger’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1986U.S. HouseNebraskaLost70,37241.33%Hal Daub
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