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      Home›Candidates›William J Gordy

      William J Gordy

      Democratic

      3 races across Governor, State House

      GovernorState House
      Electoral Grade
      —
      Requires 2+ graded races
      3
      Races
      2-1
      W-L (67%)
      +24.8
      Avg Margin
      1974–1980
      Career Span
      Best: +100.0 (1974 State House)Worst: -42.1 (1980 Governor)

      Career Margin Trend3 races

      R+60R+30EvenD+30D+60197419761980

      Career Timeline

      1980 GovernorDelaware
      64,217
      Candidate Votes
      28.5%
      Vote %
      225,081
      Total Votes
      -42.1%
      Margin
      Electoral Performance
      -39.8
      Race Score
      -39.8
      vs. State Pres.
      D-2.3
      State Pres.
      Top opponent: Pierre S. IV Du PontREP
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