William J. Gordy

Gubernatorial candidate
Home state
Delaware
Party
Democratic
On the ballot
1980
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Gordy64,217
Opponents159,004
1
Elections run

William J. Gordy, a Democratic politician from Delaware, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1980 governor election in Delaware to Pete du Pont, receiving 64,217 votes (28.54%).

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How many votes has William J. Gordy received?

William J. Gordy has received 64,217 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.

Election history

William J. Gordy’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1980GovernorDelawareLost64,21728.54%Pete du Pont
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