On November 2, 1982, the District of Columbia held an election for its non-voting House delegate representing the District of Columbia's at-large congressional district. The winner of the race was Walter E. Fauntroy (D), who won his sixth re-election. All elected members would serve in 98th United States Congress.
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The delegate is elected for two-year terms.
Candidates
editWalter E. Fauntroy, a Democrat, sought re-election for his seventh term to the United States House of Representatives. Fauntroy was opposed in this election by Republican challenger John West who received 15.32%. This resulted in Fauntroy being elected with 83.01% of the vote.
Results
editParty | Candidate | Votes | % | |
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Democratic | Walter E. Fauntroy (inc.) | 93,422 | 83.01 | |
Republican | John West | 17,242 | 15.32 | |
No party | Write-ins | 1,879 | 1.67 | |
Total votes | 112,543 | 100.00 | ||
Turnout | ||||
Democratic hold |