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      Home›Candidates›Michael J. O'Connor

      Michael J. O'Connor

      Democratic

      Governor candidate from South Dakota

      Governor
      Electoral Grade
      —
      Requires 2+ graded races
      1
      Races
      0-1
      W-L (0%)
      -41.8
      Avg Margin
      1982
      Career Span
      Best: +-41.8 (1982 Governor)Worst: -41.8 (1982 Governor)

      Career Timeline

      1982 GovernorSouth Dakota
      81,136
      Candidate Votes
      29.1%
      Vote %
      278,565
      Total Votes
      -41.8%
      Margin
      Electoral Performance
      -12.9
      Race Score
      -12.9
      vs. State Pres.
      D-28.8
      State Pres.
      Top opponent: William J JanklowREP
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