Robert W. Straub

Democratic

Governor candidate from Oregon

Governor
Electoral Grade
C+
-6.2 pts
avg overperformance
Better than 32% of candidates4 graded races

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

4
Races
1-3
W-L (25%)
-4.0
Avg Margin
1966–1978
Career Span
Best: +15.6 (1974 Governor)Worst: -11.4 (1970 Governor)

Career Margin Trend4 races

Even1966197019741978

Career Timeline

409,411
Candidate Votes
44.9%
Vote %
911,143
Total Votes
-9.8%
Margin
Electoral Performance
-6.6
Race Score
-9.6
vs. Natl. Baseline
D-0.2
State Pres.
Incumbent (−3pt bar)
Top opponent: Victor AtiyehREP