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      Home›Candidates›Merle Nelson

      Merle Nelson

      Democratic

      Undefeated: 4-0 career record

      State House
      Electoral Grade
      —
      Requires 2+ graded races
      4
      Races
      4-0
      W-L (100%)
      +64.7
      Avg Margin
      1976–1984
      Career Span
      Best: +99.9 (1984 State House)Worst: 32.6 (1980 State House)

      Career Margin Trend4 races

      R+60R+30EvenD+30D+601976198019821984

      Career Timeline

      1984 State HouseMaineDistrict 28
      2,634
      Candidate Votes
      99.9%
      Vote %
      2,636
      Total Votes
      +99.9%
      Margin
      Top opponent: ScatteringWRI
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