Has a "write-in" candidate ever won a seat in the House or Senate?

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2006-08-08 10:39:27 · 3 answers · asked by wbimh 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Politics

Probably waaaaaaaaaaaay back in the 1790's to 1850's. Most ballots required you to write the candidate's name.

2006-08-08 12:15:58 · answer #1 · answered by SPLATT 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Yes I believe Strom Thurmond was elected to the US Senate as a write in candidate in 1946.

2006-08-08 10:48:06 · answer #2 · answered by jimel71898 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋

And a Republican named Skeen was elected to the House from New Mexico in 1980.

2006-08-08 12:16:25 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋