John E. Miles

Democratic

Governor candidate from New Mexico

Governor
Electoral Grade
C
-13.3 pts
avg overperformance
Better than 24% of candidates3 graded races

Overperformance vs. state presidential baseline. Incumbents held to a higher bar: Senate/Gov −3 pts, House −2 pts.

3
Races
2-1
W-L (67%)
+3.1
Avg Margin
1938–1950
Career Span
Best: +11.0 (1940 Governor)Worst: -6.4 (1950 Governor)

Career Margin Trend3 races

R+10EvenD+10193819401950

Career Timeline

70,198
Candidate Votes
39.0%
Vote %
180,205
Total Votes
-6.4%
Margin
Electoral Performance
-19.2
Race Score
-19.2
vs. Natl. Baseline
D+12.8
State Pres.
Top opponent: Edwin L. MechemREP