United States House elections, 1980 - AbsoluteAstronomy.com

The U.S. House election, 1980 was an election for the United States House of Representatives

United States House of Representatives

The United States House of Representatives is one of the two Houses of the United States Congress, the bicameral legislature which also includes the Senate.The composition and powers of the House are established in Article One of the Constitution...

in 1980 which coincided with the election

United States presidential election, 1980

The United States presidential election of 1980 featured a contest between incumbent Democrat Jimmy Carter and his Republican opponent, Ronald Reagan, as well as Republican Congressman John B. Anderson, who ran as an independent...

of Ronald Reagan

Ronald Reagan

Ronald Wilson Reagan was the 40th President of the United States , the 33rd Governor of California and, prior to that, a radio, film and television actor....

as President

President of the United States

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. Reagan's victory also allowed many Republican House candidates to secure election, and the Republicans gained a net of 35 seats from the Democratic Party. The Democrats nonetheless retained a significant majority, unlike the Senate

United States Senate elections, 1980

The 1980 U.S. Senate elections coincided with Ronald Reagan's election to the Presidency. Reagan's large margin of victory over incumbent Jimmy Carter pulled in many Democratic voters and gave a huge boost to Republican senate candidates....

elections, where Republicans gained control of the chamber. Many Democratic congressman from the south (known as "boll weevils") frequently took conservative stances on issues, allowing Republicans to have a working ideological majority for some of President Reagan's proposals during his first two years in office.

This election marked the first time since Reconstruction that Republicans were given a sizable majority of Representatives from a Deep South state (South Carolina).

Overall results

Summary of the November 4, 1980 United States House of Representatives election results
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Parties		Seats				Popular Vote
Parties		1978	1980	+/-	Strength	Vote	%	Change
Democratic Party	277	243	34	55.9%	39,178,066	50.3%	3.1%
Republican Party	158	192	34	44.1%	37,068,791	47.6%	2.9%
Others	0	0		0.0%	1,627,060	2.1%	0.2%
Total		435	435	0	100.0%	77,873,917	100.0%	-

Source: Election Statistics - Office of the Clerk

November elections

Key to party abbreviations: AI=American Independent, C=Constitution, D=Democrat, G=Green, I=Independent, IP=Independence Party, L=Libertarian, PF=Peace and Freedom, R=Republican.

Alabama

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
Jack Edwards	Republican	1964	Re-elected	Jack Edwards (R) 94.8% Steve Smith (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 5.2%
William Louis Dickinson	Republican	1964	Re-elected	William Louis Dickinson (R) 60.6% Cecil Wyatt (D) 36.7% Adam Hand (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 2.4% Jerome Couch (Statesman) 0.4%
William Flynt Nichols William Flynt Nichols William Flynt "Bill" Nichols was a Democratic member of United States House of Representatives from Alabama, having served from 1967 until his death in office.-Education:...	Democratic	1966	Re-elected	William Flynt Nichols William Flynt Nichols William Flynt "Bill" Nichols was a Democratic member of United States House of Representatives from Alabama, having served from 1967 until his death in office.-Education:... (D) Unopposed
Tom Bevill Tom Bevill Tom Bevill , a Democrat, was a fifteen-term U.S. congressman representing Alabama's 4th Congressional District .-Early years and education:...	Democratic	1966	Re-elected	Tom Bevill Tom Bevill Tom Bevill , a Democrat, was a fifteen-term U.S. congressman representing Alabama's 4th Congressional District .-Early years and education:... (D) 97.9% A. J. Killingsworth (Statesman) 2.1%
Ronnie Flippo Ronnie Flippo Ronnie Gene Flippo is a former United States Congressman from Alabama.Flippo was born August 15, 1937 in Florence, Alabama. He attended the University of North Alabama and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting. This was followed up by a Masters degree in accounting from the University...	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Ronnie Flippo Ronnie Flippo Ronnie Gene Flippo is a former United States Congressman from Alabama.Flippo was born August 15, 1937 in Florence, Alabama. He attended the University of North Alabama and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting. This was followed up by a Masters degree in accounting from the University... (D) 94.1% Betty T. Benson (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 5.9%
John Hall Buchanan, Jr. John Hall Buchanan, Jr. John Hall Buchanan, Jr. served as a United States Congressman from Alabama's 6th congressional district.- Early life :...	Republican	1964	Lost renomination Republican hold	Albert L. Smith, Jr. Albert L. Smith, Jr. Albert Lee Smith, Jr. was an Alabama politician who represented the 6th district in the United States House of Representatives during the 97th Congress .-Early life:... (R) 50.5% W. B. "Pete" Clifford (D) 46.6% Richard H. Jacobson (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 1.7% Philip Lenud (Nat Dem) 0.9% Charles C. Robey (Statesman) 0.2%
Richard Shelby Richard Shelby Richard Craig Shelby is the senior U.S. Senator from Alabama. First elected to the Senate in 1986, he is the ranking member of the United States Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs and was its chairman from 2003 to 2007....	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	Richard Shelby Richard Shelby Richard Craig Shelby is the senior U.S. Senator from Alabama. First elected to the Senate in 1986, he is the ranking member of the United States Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs and was its chairman from 2003 to 2007.... (D) 72.6% Jim Bacon (R) 25.7% Joe Walker (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 1.3% Mary Owensby (Statesman) 0.5%

Alaska

District	Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
	Don Young Don Young Donald Edwin "Don" Young is the U.S. Representative for , serving since 1973. He is a member of the Republican Party.Young is the 6th most senior U.S. Representative and the 2nd most senior Republican Representative, as well as the 2nd most senior Republican in Congress as a whole...	Republican	1972	Re-elected	Don Young Don Young Donald Edwin "Don" Young is the U.S. Representative for , serving since 1973. He is a member of the Republican Party.Young is the 6th most senior U.S. Representative and the 2nd most senior Republican Representative, as well as the 2nd most senior Republican in Congress as a whole... (R) 74.1% Kevin "Pat" Parnell (D) 25.9%

Arizona

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
John Jacob Rhodes John Jacob Rhodes John Jacob Rhodes, Jr. was an American lawyer and politician. A member of the Republican Party, Rhodes was elected as a U.S. Representative from the state of Arizona. He was preceded in office by Democrat John Murdock, and succeeded by fellow Republican John McCain...	Republican	1952	Re-elected	John Jacob Rhodes John Jacob Rhodes John Jacob Rhodes, Jr. was an American lawyer and politician. A member of the Republican Party, Rhodes was elected as a U.S. Representative from the state of Arizona. He was preceded in office by Democrat John Murdock, and succeeded by fellow Republican John McCain... (R) 73.3% Steve Jancek (D) 21.4% Irene Leitch (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 4.2% Rob Roper (Socialist Workers Socialist Workers Party (United States) The Socialist Workers Party is a far-left political organization in the United States. The group places a priority on "solidarity work" to aid strikes and is strongly supportive of Cuba... ) 1.1%
Mo Udall Mo Udall Morris King "Mo" Udall was an American politician who served as a U.S. Representative from Arizona from May 2, 1961 to May 4, 1991...	Democratic	1961	Re-elected	Mo Udall Mo Udall Morris King "Mo" Udall was an American politician who served as a U.S. Representative from Arizona from May 2, 1961 to May 4, 1991... (D) 58.1% Richard H. Huff (R) 40.4% William Stefanov (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 1.5%
Bob Stump Bob Stump Robert Lee "Bob" Stump was a U.S. Congressman from Arizona.-Early life and career:Stump was born in Phoenix, and was a U.S. Navy World War II combat veteran, where he served on the USS Tulagi from 1943 to 1946. He graduated from Tolleson High School in 1947, and Arizona State University in 1951...	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Bob Stump Bob Stump Robert Lee "Bob" Stump was a U.S. Congressman from Arizona.-Early life and career:Stump was born in Phoenix, and was a U.S. Navy World War II combat veteran, where he served on the USS Tulagi from 1943 to 1946. He graduated from Tolleson High School in 1947, and Arizona State University in 1951... (D) 64.3% Bob Croft (R) 30.0% Sharon Hayse (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 5.7%
Eldon Rudd Eldon Rudd Eldon Dean Rudd was a U.S. Republican politician.-Biography:Rudd was born in Camp Verde, Arizona. A 1939 graduate of Clarkdale High School in Clarkdale, Arizona, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in 1942 and served as a fighter pilot during World War II...	Republican	1976	Re-elected	Eldon Rudd Eldon Rudd Eldon Dean Rudd was a U.S. Republican politician.-Biography:Rudd was born in Camp Verde, Arizona. A 1939 graduate of Clarkdale High School in Clarkdale, Arizona, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in 1942 and served as a fighter pilot during World War II... (R) 62.6% Les Miller (D) 37.4%

Arkansas

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
William Vollie Alexander, Jr.	Democratic	1968	Re-elected	William Vollie Alexander, Jr. (D) Unopposed
Ed Bethune Ed Bethune Edwin Ruthvin "Ed" Bethune, Jr. , is a lawyer and lobbyist in Washington, D.C., who was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from Arkansas from 1979-1985. His last campaign was an unsuccessful challenge in 1984 to the second-term reelection of Democratic U.S...	Republican	1978	Re-elected	Ed Bethune Ed Bethune Edwin Ruthvin "Ed" Bethune, Jr. , is a lawyer and lobbyist in Washington, D.C., who was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from Arkansas from 1979-1985. His last campaign was an unsuccessful challenge in 1984 to the second-term reelection of Democratic U.S... (R) 79.0% Jim Reid (D) 21.0%
John P. Hammerschmidt	Republican	1966	Re-elected	John P. Hammerschmidt (R) Unopposed
Beryl Anthony, Jr. Beryl Anthony, Jr. Beryl Franklin Anthony, Jr. , is a former representative from Arkansas to the United States House of Representatives.-Early life and education:...	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	Beryl Anthony, Jr. Beryl Anthony, Jr. Beryl Franklin Anthony, Jr. , is a former representative from Arkansas to the United States House of Representatives.-Early life and education:... (D) Unopposed

California

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
Harold T. Johnson Harold T. Johnson Harold T. "Bizz" Johnson was an American politician from California and a member of the Democratic party.-Political career:...	Democratic	1958 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1958 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1958 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 4, 1958...	Lost re-election Republican gain	Eugene A. Chappie Eugene A. Chappie Eugene Albert Chappie was a United States Congressman from California. He served as a Republican between 1981 and 1987.... (R) 53.7% Harold T. Johnson (D) 39.9% Jim McClarin (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 6.4%
Donald H. Clausen Donald H. Clausen Donald Holst Clausen is a former U.S. Representative from California.Born in Ferndale, California, Clausen graduated from elementary and high schools of Ferndale. He attended San José State University, California Polytechnic State University , Weber State University , and Saint Mary's College of...	Republican	1963	Re-elected	Donald H. Clausen Donald H. Clausen Donald Holst Clausen is a former U.S. Representative from California.Born in Ferndale, California, Clausen graduated from elementary and high schools of Ferndale. He attended San José State University, California Polytechnic State University , Weber State University , and Saint Mary's College of... (R) 54.2% Norma Bork (D) 42.0% Daniel Mosier (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 2.6% Linda D. Wren (PF) 1.3%
Bob Matsui Bob Matsui Robert Takeo Matsui was an American politician from the state of California. Matsui was a member of the Democratic Party and served in the U.S...	Democratic	1978 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1978 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1978 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 7, 1978...	Re-elected	Bob Matsui Bob Matsui Robert Takeo Matsui was an American politician from the state of California. Matsui was a member of the Democratic Party and served in the U.S... (D) 70.6% Joseph Murphy (R) 26.5% Bruce A. Daniel (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 2.9%
Victor H. Fazio Victor H. Fazio Victor Herbert Fazio, Jr. usually known as Vic Fazio is a former Democratic congressman from California.-Early life:...	Democratic	1978 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1978 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1978 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 7, 1978...	Re-elected	Victor H. Fazio Victor H. Fazio Victor Herbert Fazio, Jr. usually known as Vic Fazio is a former Democratic congressman from California.-Early life:... (D) 65.3% Albert Dehr (R) 29.7% Robert J. Burnside (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 5.0%
John L. Burton John L. Burton John Lowell Burton is the current Chairman of the California Democratic Party. He is an American politician who served as a Democratic California State Senator from 1996 until 2004, representing the 3rd district. From 1998 until he was forced out of office by term limits in 2004, he served as the...	Democratic	1974 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1974 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1974 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 4, 1974...	Re-elected	John L. Burton John L. Burton John Lowell Burton is the current Chairman of the California Democratic Party. He is an American politician who served as a Democratic California State Senator from 1996 until 2004, representing the 3rd district. From 1998 until he was forced out of office by term limits in 2004, he served as the... (D) 51.1% Dennis McQuaid (R) 45.3% Dan P. Dougherty (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 3.6%
Phillip Burton Phillip Burton Phillip Burton was a United States Representative from California. A Democrat, he was instrumental in creating the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. Burton was one of the first members of Congress to acknowledge the need for AIDS research and introduce an AIDS bill. He was the brother of...	Democratic	1964 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1964 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1964 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 3, 1964...	Re-elected	Phillip Burton Phillip Burton Phillip Burton was a United States Representative from California. A Democrat, he was instrumental in creating the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. Burton was one of the first members of Congress to acknowledge the need for AIDS research and introduce an AIDS bill. He was the brother of... (D) 69.4% Tom Spinosa (R) 25.6% Roy Childs (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 5.0%
George Miller	Democratic	1974 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1974 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1974 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 4, 1974...	Re-elected	George Miller (D) 63.3% Giles St. Clair (R) 31.4% Steve Snow (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 3.1% Thomas J. Thompson (AI American Independent Party The American Independent Party is a right-wing political party of the United States that was established in 1967 by Bill and Eileen Shearer. In 1968, the American Independent Party nominated George C. Wallace as its presidential candidate and retired Air Force General Curtis E. LeMay as the vice... ) 2.2%
Ron Dellums Ron Dellums Ronald Vernie "Ron" Dellums served as Oakland's forty-fifth mayor. From 1971 to 1998, he was elected to thirteen terms as a Member of the U.S...	Democratic	1970 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1970 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1970 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 3, 1970. Republicans won one open seat when...	Re-elected	Ron Dellums Ron Dellums Ronald Vernie "Ron" Dellums served as Oakland's forty-fifth mayor. From 1971 to 1998, he was elected to thirteen terms as a Member of the U.S... (D) 55.5% Charles V. Hughes (R) 39.2% Tod Mikuriya (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 5.4%
Pete Stark Pete Stark Fortney Hillman "Pete" Stark, Jr. is the U.S. Representative for , serving since 1973. He is a member of the Democratic Party. Currently he is the 5th most senior Representative, as well as 6th most senior member of Congress overall...	Democratic	1972 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1972 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1972 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 7, 1972. California gained 5 seats as a...	Re-elected	Pete Stark Pete Stark Fortney Hillman "Pete" Stark, Jr. is the U.S. Representative for , serving since 1973. He is a member of the Democratic Party. Currently he is the 5th most senior Representative, as well as 6th most senior member of Congress overall... (D) 55.3% William J. "Bill" Kennedy (R) 41.1% Steven W. Clanin (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 3.6%
Don Edwards Don Edwards William Donlon Edwards is an American politician of the Democratic Party, formerly a member of the United States House of Representatives from California.-Biography:...	Democratic	1962 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1962 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1962 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 6, 1962...	Re-elected	Don Edwards Don Edwards William Donlon Edwards is an American politician of the Democratic Party, formerly a member of the United States House of Representatives from California.-Biography:... (D) 62.1% John M. Lutton (R) 27.9% Joseph Fuhrig (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 7.2% Edmon V. Kaiser (AI American Independent Party The American Independent Party is a right-wing political party of the United States that was established in 1967 by Bill and Eileen Shearer. In 1968, the American Independent Party nominated George C. Wallace as its presidential candidate and retired Air Force General Curtis E. LeMay as the vice... ) 2.7%
William Royer William Royer William Howard Royer is an American politician and a member of the Republican Party. He served as a U.S. Representative from the 11th Congressional District of California from 1979 until 1981. Born in Jerome, Idaho, he earned his B.S. at Santa Clara University and did graduate work at what is...	Republican	1979	Lost re-election Democratic gain	Tom Lantos Tom Lantos Thomas Peter "Tom" Lantos was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from 1981 until his death, representing the northern two-thirds of San Mateo County and a portion of southwest San Francisco... (D) 46.4% William Royer (R) 43.3% Wilson Branch (PF) 7.4% William S. Wade, Jr. (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 2.1% Nicholas W. Kudrovzeff (AI American Independent Party The American Independent Party is a right-wing political party of the United States that was established in 1967 by Bill and Eileen Shearer. In 1968, the American Independent Party nominated George C. Wallace as its presidential candidate and retired Air Force General Curtis E. LeMay as the vice... ) 0.8%
Pete McCloskey Pete McCloskey Paul Norton "Pete" McCloskey Jr. is a former Republican politician from the U.S. state of California who served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1967 to 1983. He ran on an anti-war platform for the Republican nomination for President in 1972 but was defeated by incumbent President...	Republican	1967	Re-elected	Pete McCloskey Pete McCloskey Paul Norton "Pete" McCloskey Jr. is a former Republican politician from the U.S. state of California who served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1967 to 1983. He ran on an anti-war platform for the Republican nomination for President in 1972 but was defeated by incumbent President... (R) 72.2% Kirsten Olsen (D) 18.6% Bill Evers (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 7.6% Adele Fumino (PF) 1.6%
Norman Mineta Norman Mineta Norman Yoshio Mineta, is a United States politician of the Democratic Party. Mineta most recently served in President George W. Bush's Cabinet as the United States Secretary of Transportation, the only Democratic Cabinet Secretary in the Bush administration...	Democratic	1974 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1974 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1974 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 4, 1974...	Re-elected	Norman Mineta Norman Mineta Norman Yoshio Mineta, is a United States politician of the Democratic Party. Mineta most recently served in President George W. Bush's Cabinet as the United States Secretary of Transportation, the only Democratic Cabinet Secretary in the Bush administration... (D) 58.9% W. E. "Ted" Gagne (R) 35.5% Ray Strong (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 3.9% Robert Goldsborough III (PF) 1.7%
Norman D. Shumway Norman D. Shumway Norman David Shumway is a former California Republican politician.After moving to California, he was educated in the Stockton public school system. He received an Associate of Arts degree from Stockton College in 1954, and was graduated from the University of Utah with a Bachelor of Science degree...	Republican	1978 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1978 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1978 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 7, 1978...	Re-elected	Norman D. Shumway Norman D. Shumway Norman David Shumway is a former California Republican politician.After moving to California, he was educated in the Stockton public school system. He received an Associate of Arts degree from Stockton College in 1954, and was graduated from the University of Utah with a Bachelor of Science degree... (R) 60.7% Ann Cerney (D) 36.2% Douglas G. Housley (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 3.0%
Tony Coelho Tony Coelho Anthony "Tony" Coelho is a former United States congressman from California, and primary sponsor of the Americans with Disabilities Act...	Democratic	1978 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1978 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1978 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 7, 1978...	Re-elected	Tony Coelho Tony Coelho Anthony "Tony" Coelho is a former United States congressman from California, and primary sponsor of the Americans with Disabilities Act... (D) 71.8% Ron Schwartz (R) 25.2% Michael L. Pullen (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 3.0%
Leon Panetta Leon Panetta Leon Edward Panetta is the 23rd and current United States Secretary of Defense, serving in the administration of President Barack Obama since 2011. Prior to taking office, he served as Director of the Central Intelligence Agency...	Democratic	1976 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1976 The California United States House elections, 1976 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 2, 1976...	Re-elected	Leon Panetta Leon Panetta Leon Edward Panetta is the 23rd and current United States Secretary of Defense, serving in the administration of President Barack Obama since 2011. Prior to taking office, he served as Director of the Central Intelligence Agency... (D) 71.0% W. A. "Jack" Roth (R) 24.5% Kenton H. Bowers (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 3.0% Jeff Mauro (AI American Independent Party The American Independent Party is a right-wing political party of the United States that was established in 1967 by Bill and Eileen Shearer. In 1968, the American Independent Party nominated George C. Wallace as its presidential candidate and retired Air Force General Curtis E. LeMay as the vice... ) 1.4%
Chip Pashayan	Republican	1978 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1978 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1978 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 7, 1978...	Re-elected	Chip Pashayan (R) 70.6% Willard H. "Bill" Johnson (D) 29.4%
Bill Thomas Bill Thomas William Marshall Thomas , commonly known as Bill Thomas, is an American politician, and a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from 1979–2007, finishing his tenure representing California's 22nd congressional district and as the Chairman of the House Ways and Means...	Republican	1978 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1978 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1978 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 7, 1978...	Re-elected	Bill Thomas Bill Thomas William Marshall Thomas , commonly known as Bill Thomas, is an American politician, and a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from 1979–2007, finishing his tenure representing California's 22nd congressional district and as the Chairman of the House Ways and Means... (R) 71.0% Mary "Pat" Timmermans (D) 29.0%
Robert J. Lagomarsino Robert J. Lagomarsino Robert John "Bob" Lagomarsino is a former Republican congressman from California. Lagomarsino began his service in the United States House of Representatives in 1974 and was re-elected every two years until 1992, when he was defeated for renomination by Michael Huffington...	Republican	1974 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1974 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1974 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 4, 1974...	Re-elected	Robert J. Lagomarsino Robert J. Lagomarsino Robert John "Bob" Lagomarsino is a former Republican congressman from California. Lagomarsino began his service in the United States House of Representatives in 1974 and was re-elected every two years until 1992, when he was defeated for renomination by Michael Huffington... (R) 77.7% Carmen Lodise (D) 17.6% Jim Trotter (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 4.7%
Barry Goldwater, Jr. Barry Goldwater, Jr. Barry Morris Goldwater, Jr. , is a former Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from California, 1969–1983. He is the son of the late Arizona Senator Barry Goldwater, the Republican nominee who ran against Lyndon B. Johnson for President of the United States during...	Republican	1969	Re-elected	Barry Goldwater, Jr. Barry Goldwater, Jr. Barry Morris Goldwater, Jr. , is a former Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from California, 1969–1983. He is the son of the late Arizona Senator Barry Goldwater, the Republican nominee who ran against Lyndon B. Johnson for President of the United States during... (R) 78.8% Matt Miller (D) 17.0% Christopher R. Darwin (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 4.2%
James C. Corman James C. Corman James Charles Corman was a Los Angeles City Council member from 1957 to 1961 and a Democratic Congressman from California between 1961 and 1981.-General:...	Democratic	1960 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1960 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1960 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 8, 1960...	Lost re-election Republican gain	Bobbi Fiedler Bobbi Fiedler Bobbi Fiedler is a former U.S. Representative from California who made a name for herself as a strong opponent of forced busing.-Biography:... (R) 48.7% James C. Corman (D) 48.2% George J. Lehmann (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 1.8% Jan B. Tucker (PF) 1.3%
Carlos Moorhead Carlos Moorhead Carlos John Moorhead was a United States Congressman from California. Born in Long Beach, he attended the public schools of Glendale, graduated from Herbert Hoover High School in 1940 and earned a B.A. from the UCLA in 1943 and a J.D. from the University of Southern California Law School in 1949...	Republican	1972 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1972 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1972 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 7, 1972. California gained 5 seats as a...	Re-elected	Carlos Moorhead Carlos Moorhead Carlos John Moorhead was a United States Congressman from California. Born in Long Beach, he attended the public schools of Glendale, graduated from Herbert Hoover High School in 1940 and earned a B.A. from the UCLA in 1943 and a J.D. from the University of Southern California Law School in 1949... (R) 63.9% Pierce O'Donnell (D) 31.9% William V. Susel (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 4.3%
Anthony C. Beilenson Anthony C. Beilenson Anthony Charles Beilenson is a former Democratic Congressman from Southern California who served in the United States House of Representatives from 1977 to 1997....	Democratic	1976 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1976 The California United States House elections, 1976 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 2, 1976...	Re-elected	Anthony C. Beilenson Anthony C. Beilenson Anthony Charles Beilenson is a former Democratic Congressman from Southern California who served in the United States House of Representatives from 1977 to 1997.... (D) 63.2% Robert "Bob" Winckler (R) 31.5% Jeffrey P. Lieb (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 5.3%
Henry Waxman Henry Waxman Henry Arnold Waxman is the U.S. Representative for , serving in Congress since 1975. He is a member of the Democratic Party. He is considered to be one of the most influential liberal members of Congress...	Democratic	1974 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1974 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1974 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 4, 1974...	Re-elected	Henry Waxman Henry Waxman Henry Arnold Waxman is the U.S. Representative for , serving in Congress since 1975. He is a member of the Democratic Party. He is considered to be one of the most influential liberal members of Congress... (D) 63.8% Roland Cayard (R) 27.1% Margaret "Maggie" Feigin (PF) 4.0% Robert E. Lehman (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 3.5% Jack Smilowitz (AI American Independent Party The American Independent Party is a right-wing political party of the United States that was established in 1967 by Bill and Eileen Shearer. In 1968, the American Independent Party nominated George C. Wallace as its presidential candidate and retired Air Force General Curtis E. LeMay as the vice... ) 1.6%
Edward R. Roybal Edward R. Roybal Edward Ross "Ed" Roybal was a member of the Los Angeles, California, City Council for thirteen years and of the U.S. House of Representatives for thirty years.-Biography:...	Democratic	1962 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1962 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1962 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 6, 1962...	Re-elected	Edward R. Roybal Edward R. Roybal Edward Ross "Ed" Roybal was a member of the Los Angeles, California, City Council for thirteen years and of the U.S. House of Representatives for thirty years.-Biography:... (D) 66.0% Richard E. Ferraro, Jr. (R) 28.4% William D. Mitchell (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 5.6%
John H. Rousselot John H. Rousselot John Harbin Rousselot was a U.S. Representative from southern California. Born in 1927 in Los Angeles, California, Rousselot attended the public schools of San Marino and South...	Republican	1970 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1970 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1970 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 3, 1970. Republicans won one open seat when...	Re-elected	John H. Rousselot John H. Rousselot John Harbin Rousselot was a U.S. Representative from southern California. Born in 1927 in Los Angeles, California, Rousselot attended the public schools of San Marino and South... (R) 70.9% Joseph Louis Lisoni (D) 24.4% William J. "B. J." Wagener (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 4.7%
Bob Dornan Bob Dornan Robert Kenneth "Bob" Dornan is a Republican and former member of the United States House of Representatives from California and a vocal advocate of pro-life and social conservative causes....	Republican	1976 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1976 The California United States House elections, 1976 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 2, 1976...	Re-elected	Bob Dornan Bob Dornan Robert Kenneth "Bob" Dornan is a Republican and former member of the United States House of Representatives from California and a vocal advocate of pro-life and social conservative causes.... (R) 51.0% Carey Peck (D) 46.5% Jerome L. "Jerry" Sievers (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 2.5%
Julian C. Dixon Julian C. Dixon Julian Carey Dixon was an American politician from the state of California.Dixon was born in Washington D.C. and served in the United States Army from 1957 to 1960. He graduated from California State University, Los Angeles in 1962. He was elected to the California State Assembly as a Democrat in...	Democratic	1978 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1978 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1978 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 7, 1978...	Re-elected	Julian C. Dixon Julian C. Dixon Julian Carey Dixon was an American politician from the state of California.Dixon was born in Washington D.C. and served in the United States Army from 1957 to 1960. He graduated from California State University, Los Angeles in 1962. He was elected to the California State Assembly as a Democrat in... (D) 79.2% Robert Reid (R) 16.9% Ernst F. Ghermann (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 3.9%
Augustus F. Hawkins Augustus F. Hawkins Augustus Freeman "Gus" Hawkins was a prominent African American Democratic Party politician and a figure in the history of Civil Rights and organized labor. He served as the first African American from California in the United States Congress, where he sponsored the Humphrey-Hawkins Full...	Democratic	1962 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1962 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1962 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 6, 1962...	Re-elected	Augustus F. Hawkins Augustus F. Hawkins Augustus Freeman "Gus" Hawkins was a prominent African American Democratic Party politician and a figure in the history of Civil Rights and organized labor. He served as the first African American from California in the United States Congress, where he sponsored the Humphrey-Hawkins Full... (D) 86.1% Michael Arthur Hirt (R) 11.1% Earl Smith (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 2.8%
George E. Danielson George E. Danielson George Elmore Danielson was an American politician who served as a Democratic Congressional representative from California for the 29th District and 30th District ....	Democratic	1970 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1970 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1970 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 3, 1970. Republicans won one open seat when...	Re-elected	George E. Danielson George E. Danielson George Elmore Danielson was an American politician who served as a Democratic Congressional representative from California for the 29th District and 30th District .... (D) 72.1% J. Arthur "Art" Platten (R) 23.5% Bruce M. Hobbs (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 4.4%
Charles H. Wilson Charles H. Wilson Charles Herbert Wilson was a California Democratic politician from the Los Angeles area. He served as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives from 1963 to 1981.-Early life:...	Democratic	1962 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1962 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1962 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 6, 1962...	Lost renomination Democratic hold	Mervyn M. Dymally Mervyn M. Dymally Mervyn Malcolm Dymally is a California Democratic politician of mixed Indian and Afro-Trinidadian heritage. He served in the California State Assembly and the California State Senate , as the 41st Lieutenant Governor of California , and in the U.S. House of Representatives... (D) 64.4% Don Grimshaw (R) 35.6%
Glenn M. Anderson Glenn M. Anderson Glenn Malcolm Anderson was an American politician. He was the 37th Lieutenant Governor of California and later as congressman. He was a member of the Democratic Party....	Democratic	1968 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1968 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1968 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 5, 1968...	Re-elected	Glenn M. Anderson Glenn M. Anderson Glenn Malcolm Anderson was an American politician. He was the 37th Lieutenant Governor of California and later as congressman. He was a member of the Democratic Party.... (D) 65.9% John R. Adler (R) 30.8% Thomas A. Cosgrove (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 3.3%
Wayne R. Grisham Wayne R. Grisham Wayne Richard Grisham was a U.S. Representative from California.-Biography:Born in Lamar, Colorado, Grisham graduated from Jordan High School, Long Beach, California, 1940....	Republican	1978 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1978 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1978 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 7, 1978...	Re-elected	Wayne R. Grisham Wayne R. Grisham Wayne Richard Grisham was a U.S. Representative from California.-Biography:Born in Lamar, Colorado, Grisham graduated from Jordan High School, Long Beach, California, 1940.... (R) 70.9% Fred L. Anderson (D) 29.1%
Dan Lungren Dan Lungren Daniel Edward "Dan" Lungren is the U.S. Representative for , serving since 2005. The district covers most of Sacramento County and part of Solano County, as well as all of Alpine, Amador and Calaveras counties...	Republican	1978 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1978 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1978 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 7, 1978...	Re-elected	Dan Lungren Dan Lungren Daniel Edward "Dan" Lungren is the U.S. Representative for , serving since 2005. The district covers most of Sacramento County and part of Solano County, as well as all of Alpine, Amador and Calaveras counties... (R) 71.8% Simone (D) 24.1% John S. Donohue (PF) 4.1%
James F. Lloyd James F. Lloyd James Fredrick Lloyd was a California Democratic politician and United States Representative.Lloyd attended public schools in Washington State, California, and Oregon. He attended the University of Oregon, 1940-1942 but did not graduate. He served in the United States Navy as a naval aviator,...	Democratic	1974 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1974 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1974 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 4, 1974...	Lost re-election Republican gain	David Dreier David Dreier David Timothy Dreier is the U.S. Representative for , serving in Congress since 1981. He is a member of the Republican Party.-Early life, education, and business career:... (R) 51.8% James F. Lloyd (D) 45.4% James Michael "Mike" Noonan (PF) 2.8%
George Brown, Jr. George Brown, Jr. George Edward Brown, Jr. was an American politician. He was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from 1963 to 1971 and from 1973 to 1999, representing Los Angeles, San Bernardino and Riverside counties in California.-Background:Brown was born in Holtville, California...	Democratic	1972 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1972 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1972 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 7, 1972. California gained 5 seats as a...	Re-elected	George Brown, Jr. George Brown, Jr. George Edward Brown, Jr. was an American politician. He was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from 1963 to 1971 and from 1973 to 1999, representing Los Angeles, San Bernardino and Riverside counties in California.-Background:Brown was born in Holtville, California... (D) 52.5% John Paul Stark (R) 43.4% Harry J. Histen (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 4.0%
Jerry Lewis	Republican	1978 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1978 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1978 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 7, 1978...	Re-elected	Jerry Lewis (R) 71.6% Donald M. "Don" Rusk (D) 25.1% Larry Morris (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 3.3%
Jerry M. Patterson Jerry M. Patterson Jerry Mumford Patterson is a California lawyer in California and the District of Columbia, educator and politician, who was a United States Representative from California....	Democratic	1974 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1974 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1974 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 4, 1974...	Re-elected	Jerry M. Patterson Jerry M. Patterson Jerry Mumford Patterson is a California lawyer in California and the District of Columbia, educator and politician, who was a United States Representative from California.... (D) 55.5% Art Jacobson (R) 40.0% Charles E. "Chuck" Heiser (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 4.4%
William E. Dannemeyer William E. Dannemeyer William Edwin Dannemeyer is a conservative American politician, activist, and author, known for his anti-gay political position. He is currently honorary national chairman of Citizens for a Better America. He served as U.S...	Republican	1978 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1978 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1978 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 7, 1978...	Re-elected	William E. Dannemeyer William E. Dannemeyer William Edwin Dannemeyer is a conservative American politician, activist, and author, known for his anti-gay political position. He is currently honorary national chairman of Citizens for a Better America. He served as U.S... (R) 76.3% Leonard L. Lahtinen (D) 23.7%
Robert Badham Robert Badham Robert Edward Badham was an American politician. He was born in Los Angeles, California, graduated from Beverly Hills High School in 1947, and Stanford University in 1951...	Republican	1976 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1976 The California United States House elections, 1976 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 2, 1976...	Re-elected	Robert Badham Robert Badham Robert Edward Badham was an American politician. He was born in Los Angeles, California, graduated from Beverly Hills High School in 1947, and Stanford University in 1951... (R) 70.2% Michael F. Dow (D) 21.8% Dan Mahaffey (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 8.0%
Bob Wilson Bob Wilson (US politician) Robert Carlton "Bob" Wilson was an American politician. He was a member of the United States House of Representatives. He was a member of the Republican Party.-Biography:...	Republican	1952 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1952 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1952 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 4, 1952. California gained seven seats as a...	Retired Republican hold	Bill Lowery Bill Lowery (US politician) William David "Bill" Lowery was a Republican politician from California.Lowery was born in southeastern San Diego, California, USA, where he grew up. He attended San Diego State University.... (R) 52.7% Bob Wilson (D) 43.2% Joseph D. Alldredge (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 4.1%
Lionel Van Deerlin Lionel Van Deerlin Lionel Van Deerlin was an American politician who served as a Democratic United States Representative from California from 1963 to 1981, representing a San Diego area district.-Biography:...	Democratic	1962 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1962 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1962 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 6, 1962...	Lost re-election Republican gain	Duncan Hunter Duncan Hunter Duncan Lee Hunter is an American politician. He was a Republican member of the House of Representatives from California's 52nd, 45th and 42nd districts from 1981 to 2009.... (R) 53.3% Lionel Van Deerlin (D) 46.7%
Clair Burgener Clair Burgener Sinclair Walter "Clair" Burgener was an American Republican politician and member of the U.S. House of Representatives in 1973-1983.-Early life:...	Republican	1972 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1972 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1972 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 7, 1972. California gained 5 seats as a...	Re-elected	Clair Burgener Clair Burgener Sinclair Walter "Clair" Burgener was an American Republican politician and member of the U.S. House of Representatives in 1973-1983.-Early life:... (R) 86.6% Tom Metzger (D) 13.4%

Colorado

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
Patricia Schroeder Patricia Schroeder Patricia Nell Scott Schroeder , American politician, was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from Colorado, serving from 1973 to 1997. She was the first woman elected to Congress from Colorado.- Early years :...	Democratic	1972	Re-elected	Patricia Schroeder Patricia Schroeder Patricia Nell Scott Schroeder , American politician, was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from Colorado, serving from 1973 to 1997. She was the first woman elected to Congress from Colorado.- Early years :... (D) 59.8% Naomi Bradford (R) 37.7% John Mason (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 2.2% Harold Sudmeyer (Socialist Workers Socialist Workers Party (United States) The Socialist Workers Party is a far-left political organization in the United States. The group places a priority on "solidarity work" to aid strikes and is strongly supportive of Cuba... ) 0.3%
Tim Wirth Tim Wirth Timothy Endicott Wirth is a former United States Senator from Colorado. Wirth, a Democrat, was a member of the House from 1975 to 1987 and was elected to the Senate in 1986, serving one term there before stepping down. He was Under Secretary of State for Global Affairs during the Clinton...	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	Tim Wirth Tim Wirth Timothy Endicott Wirth is a former United States Senator from Colorado. Wirth, a Democrat, was a member of the House from 1975 to 1987 and was elected to the Senate in 1986, serving one term there before stepping down. He was Under Secretary of State for Global Affairs during the Clinton... (D) 56.4% John McElderry (R) 41.1% Paul K. Grant (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 1.7% Robert Bruce McFarland (Citizens) 0.8%
Raymond P. Kogovsek Raymond P. Kogovsek Raymond Peter "Ray" Kogovsek is a former U.S. Representative from Colorado.Born in Pueblo, Colorado, Kogovsek graduated from Pueblo Catholic High School, 1959.He attended Pueblo Junior College, Pueblo, Colorado from 1960 to 1962....	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	Raymond P. Kogovsek Raymond P. Kogovsek Raymond Peter "Ray" Kogovsek is a former U.S. Representative from Colorado.Born in Pueblo, Colorado, Kogovsek graduated from Pueblo Catholic High School, 1959.He attended Pueblo Junior College, Pueblo, Colorado from 1960 to 1962.... (D) 54.9% Harold L. McCormick (R) 43.7% James S. Glennie (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 1.4%
James Paul Johnson James Paul Johnson James Paul "Jim" Johnson is a U.S. Representative from Colorado.Born in Yankton, Yankton County, S.Dak., JohnsonB.A., Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois, 1952.LL.B., University of Colorado, Boulder, Colorado, 1959....	Republican	1972	Retired Republican hold	Hank Brown Hank Brown George Hanks "Hank" Brown is a former Republican politician and U.S. Senator from Colorado who served as president of the University of Colorado system from April 2005 - January 2008.-Education:... (R) 68.4% Polly Baca Barragan (D) 29.5% Cynthia Molson-Smith (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 2.1%
Ken Kramer Ken Kramer For the stand-up comedian and Seinfeld character inspiration, see Kenny Kramer.Kenneth Bentley "Ken" Kramer is a former Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from Colorado....	Republican	1978	Re-elected	Ken Kramer Ken Kramer For the stand-up comedian and Seinfeld character inspiration, see Kenny Kramer.Kenneth Bentley "Ken" Kramer is a former Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from Colorado.... (R) 72.4% Ed Schreiber (D) 25.3% John A. Lanning (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 2.3%

Connecticut

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
William R. Cotter	Democratic	1970	Re-elected	William R. Cotter (D) 63.0% Marjorie D. Anderson (R) 37.0%
Chris Dodd	Democratic	1974	Retired to run for U. S. Senate United States Senate elections, 1980 The 1980 U.S. Senate elections coincided with Ronald Reagan's election to the Presidency. Reagan's large margin of victory over incumbent Jimmy Carter pulled in many Democratic voters and gave a huge boost to Republican senate candidates.... Democratic hold	Sam Gejdenson Sam Gejdenson Samuel "Sam" Gejdenson is a former United States Representative for the 2nd Congressional District of Connecticut.Born in a displaced persons camp in Eschwege, Germany, Gejdenson was the child of a Belarussian father and Lithuanian mother. Gejdenson grew up in Bozrah, Connecticut on a dairy farm... (D) 53.4% Tony Guglielmo (R) 46.6%
Robert Giaimo Robert Giaimo Robert Nicholas Giaimo was a Democratic US Representative from Connecticut. He co-sponsored the legislation creating the National Endowment for the Arts and the National Endowment for the Humanities...	Democratic	1958	Retired Republican gain	Lawrence J. DeNardis (R) 52.3% Joe Lieberman (D) 46.5% Joelle R. Fishman (Citizens) 1.2%
Stewart McKinney	Republican	1970	Re-elected	Stewart McKinney (R) 62.6% John A. Phillips (D) 37.4%
William R. Ratchford William R. Ratchford William Richard Ratchford was a U.S. Representative from Connecticut.Born in Danbury, Connecticut, Ratchford graduated from Danbury High School, Danbury, Connecticut, in 1952. He received a B.A. from the University of Connecticut, Storrs, in 1956, where he was a member of the Chi Phi Fraternity....	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	William R. Ratchford William R. Ratchford William Richard Ratchford was a U.S. Representative from Connecticut.Born in Danbury, Connecticut, Ratchford graduated from Danbury High School, Danbury, Connecticut, in 1952. He received a B.A. from the University of Connecticut, Storrs, in 1956, where he was a member of the Chi Phi Fraternity.... (D) 50.4% Edward M. Donahue (R) 49.6%
Toby Moffett Toby Moffett Anthony John "Toby" Moffett, Jr. was an American politician from the state of Connecticut. A Democrat, Moffett served in the United States House of Representatives as the member from Connecticut's 6th congressional district from 1975 to 1983.-Early life and education:Moffett was born in Holyoke,...	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	Toby Moffett Toby Moffett Anthony John "Toby" Moffett, Jr. was an American politician from the state of Connecticut. A Democrat, Moffett served in the United States House of Representatives as the member from Connecticut's 6th congressional district from 1975 to 1983.-Early life and education:Moffett was born in Holyoke,... (D) 59.0% Nicholas Schaus (R) 40.6% Louis J. Marietta (I) 0.4%

Delaware

District	Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
	Thomas B. Evans, Jr. Thomas B. Evans, Jr. Thomas Beverley Evans, Jr. is an American lawyer and politician from Wilmington, in New Castle County, Delaware. He is a member of the Republican Party, who served three terms as U. S...	Republican	1976	Re-elected	Thomas B. Evans, Jr. Thomas B. Evans, Jr. Thomas Beverley Evans, Jr. is an American lawyer and politician from Wilmington, in New Castle County, Delaware. He is a member of the Republican Party, who served three terms as U. S... (R) 58.2% Robert L. Maxwell (D) 41.2% Lawrence D. Sullivan (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 0.6%

Florida

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
Earl Dewitt Hutto Earl Dewitt Hutto Earl Dewitt Hutto was a U.S. Representative from Florida.Born in Midland City, Alabama, Hutto attended Dale County public schools, and received a Bachelor of Science from Troy State University in 1949. He did graduate work in broadcasting at Northwestern University in 1951 and served in the United...	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	Earl Dewitt Hutto Earl Dewitt Hutto Earl Dewitt Hutto was a U.S. Representative from Florida.Born in Midland City, Alabama, Hutto attended Dale County public schools, and received a Bachelor of Science from Troy State University in 1949. He did graduate work in broadcasting at Northwestern University in 1951 and served in the United... (D) 61.2% Warren Briggs (R) 38.8%
Don Fuqua Don Fuqua Don Fuqua is a U.S. Democratic politician.Fuqua graduated from the University of Florida in 1957. He was elected as a Democrat to the United States House of Representatives from Florida and served from January 3, 1963 to January 3, 1987.During most of his congressional career, Fuqua maintained his...	Democratic	1962	Re-elected	Don Fuqua Don Fuqua Don Fuqua is a U.S. Democratic politician.Fuqua graduated from the University of Florida in 1957. He was elected as a Democrat to the United States House of Representatives from Florida and served from January 3, 1963 to January 3, 1987.During most of his congressional career, Fuqua maintained his... (D) 70.6% John R. LaCapra (R) 29.4%
Charles Edward Bennett Charles Edward Bennett Charles Edward Bennett was a member of the United States House of Representatives from Florida from 1949 to 1993. He was a Democrat who resided in Jacksonville, Florida.-Early years:...	Democratic	1948	Re-elected	Charles Edward Bennett Charles Edward Bennett Charles Edward Bennett was a member of the United States House of Representatives from Florida from 1949 to 1993. He was a Democrat who resided in Jacksonville, Florida.-Early years:... (D) 77.0% Harry Radcliffe (R) 23.0%
William V. Chappell, Jr. William V. Chappell, Jr. William Venroe Chappell, Jr. was a U.S. Representative from Florida.Born in Kendrick, Florida, Chappell was in the University of Florida, B.A., 1947, LL.B., 1949, and J.D., 1967....	Democratic	1968	Re-elected	William V. Chappell, Jr. William V. Chappell, Jr. William Venroe Chappell, Jr. was a U.S. Representative from Florida.Born in Kendrick, Florida, Chappell was in the University of Florida, B.A., 1947, LL.B., 1949, and J.D., 1967.... (D) 65.8% Barney E. Dillard, Jr. (R) 34.2%
Richard Kelly Richard Kelly (politician) Richard Kelly was an American politician from Florida. He was the only Republican convicted of taking bribes in the 1980 Abscam scandal.-Early life and career:...	Republican	1974	Retired Republican hold	Bill McCollum Bill McCollum Ira William "Bill" McCollum, Jr. is a former Florida Attorney General. A Republican, he was Florida's 36th attorney general, taking office in 2007... (R) 55.8% David Ryan Best (D) 44.2%
Bill Young Bill Young Charles William "Bill" Young is the U.S. Representative for , serving since 1971. He is a member of the Republican Party, and is currently the longest-serving Republican member of Congress...	Republican	1970	Re-elected	Bill Young Bill Young Charles William "Bill" Young is the U.S. Representative for , serving since 1971. He is a member of the Republican Party, and is currently the longest-serving Republican member of Congress... (R) Unopposed
Sam M. Gibbons	Democratic	1962	Re-elected	Sam M. Gibbons (D) 71.8% Charles P. "Chuck" Jones (R) 28.2%
Andy Ireland Andy Ireland Andrew Poysell "Andy" Ireland was a U.S. Representative from Florida.Born to a wealthy family in Cincinnati, Ohio, he attended a prestigious private school within the city. He finished his high school career at Phillips Academy in Andover, Massachusetts, a school that is known as a stepping stone...	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Andy Ireland Andy Ireland Andrew Poysell "Andy" Ireland was a U.S. Representative from Florida.Born to a wealthy family in Cincinnati, Ohio, he attended a prestigious private school within the city. He finished his high school career at Phillips Academy in Andover, Massachusetts, a school that is known as a stepping stone... (D) 69.3% Scott Nicholson (R) 28.2% Rod Rebholz (I) 2.5%
Bill Nelson Bill Nelson Clarence William "Bill" Nelson is the senior United States Senator from the state of Florida and a member of the Democratic Party. He is a former U.S. Representative and former Treasurer and Insurance Commissioner of Florida...	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	Bill Nelson Bill Nelson Clarence William "Bill" Nelson is the senior United States Senator from the state of Florida and a member of the Democratic Party. He is a former U.S. Representative and former Treasurer and Insurance Commissioner of Florida... (D) 70.4% Stan Dowiat (R) 29.6%
Louis A. Bafalis Louis A. Bafalis Louis Arthur Bafalis, is a retired American politician, who served as a Representative from Florida....	Republican	1972	Re-elected	Louis A. Bafalis Louis A. Bafalis Louis Arthur Bafalis, is a retired American politician, who served as a Representative from Florida.... (R) 78.9% Richard D. "Sparky" Sparkman (D) 21.1%
Dan Mica	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	Dan Mica (D) 59.5% Al Coogler (R) 40.5%
Edward J. Stack Edward J. Stack Edward John Stack was a U.S. Representative from Florida.Born in Bayonne, New Jersey, Stack attended the public schools.B.A., Lehigh University, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, 1931....	Democratic	1978	Lost renomination Republican gain	E. Clay Shaw, Jr. (R) 54.5% Alan S. Becker (D) 45.5%
William Lehman William Lehman (Florida politician) William H. Lehman was a United States Representative from Florida.Born in Selma, Alabama, he graduated from Dallas Academy and Selma High School, 1930. He received a B.S...	Democratic	1972	Re-elected	William Lehman William Lehman (Florida politician) William H. Lehman was a United States Representative from Florida.Born in Selma, Alabama, he graduated from Dallas Academy and Selma High School, 1930. He received a B.S... (D) 74.9% Alvin E. Entin (R) 25.1%
Claude Pepper Claude Pepper Claude Denson Pepper was an American politician of the Democratic Party, and a spokesman for left-liberalism and the elderly. In foreign policy he shifted from pro-Soviet in the 1940s to anti-Communist in the 1950s...	Democratic	1962	Re-elected	Claude Pepper Claude Pepper Claude Denson Pepper was an American politician of the Democratic Party, and a spokesman for left-liberalism and the elderly. In foreign policy he shifted from pro-Soviet in the 1940s to anti-Communist in the 1950s... (D) 74.9% Evelio S. Estrella (R) 25.1%
Dante Fascell Dante Fascell Dante Bruno Fascell served as an American politician from the state of Florida.-Early life:Fascell, born in Bridgehampton, New York in 1917, moved to Florida in 1925. He graduated from the University of Miami law school in 1938. Fascell was a brother of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity and the...	Democratic	1954	Re-elected	Dante Fascell Dante Fascell Dante Bruno Fascell served as an American politician from the state of Florida.-Early life:Fascell, born in Bridgehampton, New York in 1917, moved to Florida in 1925. He graduated from the University of Miami law school in 1938. Fascell was a brother of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity and the... (D) 65.4% Herbert J. Hoodwin (R) 34.6%

Georgia

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
Ronald "Bo" Ginn Ronald 'Bo' Ginn Ronald Bryan 'Bo' Ginn represented Georgia's 1st congressional district in the United States House of Representatives....	Democratic	1972	Re-elected	Ronald "Bo" Ginn Ronald 'Bo' Ginn Ronald Bryan 'Bo' Ginn represented Georgia's 1st congressional district in the United States House of Representatives.... (D) Unopposed
Dawson Mathis Dawson Mathis Marvin Dawson Mathis is a former U.S. Representative from Georgia.Born in Nashville, Georgia, Mathis attended the Nashville public schools. He attended South Georgia College in Douglas, Georgia...	Democratic	1970	Retired to run for U. S. Senate United States Senate elections, 1980 The 1980 U.S. Senate elections coincided with Ronald Reagan's election to the Presidency. Reagan's large margin of victory over incumbent Jimmy Carter pulled in many Democratic voters and gave a huge boost to Republican senate candidates.... Democratic hold	Charles Floyd Hatcher Charles Floyd Hatcher Charles Floyd Hatcher is an American politician and lawyer. He served in Congress as a Democrat.-Biography:Hatcher was born in Doerun, Georgia and served in the United States Air Force from 1958 until 1962. After his military service, he attended Georgia Southern College in Statesboro in 1965 and... (D) 73.6% Jack E. Harrell, Jr. (R) 26.4%
Jack Thomas Brinkley Jack Thomas Brinkley Jack Thomas Brinkley is an American politician, educator and lawyer.Brinkley was born in Faceville, Georgia. After graduating from Young Harris College in 1949, Brinkley became a school teacher for several years before serving as a pilot in the United States Air Force from 1951-1956...	Democratic	1966	Re-elected	Jack Thomas Brinkley Jack Thomas Brinkley Jack Thomas Brinkley is an American politician, educator and lawyer.Brinkley was born in Faceville, Georgia. After graduating from Young Harris College in 1949, Brinkley became a school teacher for several years before serving as a pilot in the United States Air Force from 1951-1956... (D) Unopposed
Elliott H. Levitas Elliott H. Levitas Elliott Harris Levitas is a former U.S. Representative from Georgia's 4th Congressional District.Born in Atlanta, Georgia, Levitas graduated from Grady High School in 1948. He attended Emory University, where he was a member of the secret honor society D.V.S.He earned a J.D. from the Emory...	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	Elliott H. Levitas Elliott H. Levitas Elliott Harris Levitas is a former U.S. Representative from Georgia's 4th Congressional District.Born in Atlanta, Georgia, Levitas graduated from Grady High School in 1948. He attended Emory University, where he was a member of the secret honor society D.V.S.He earned a J.D. from the Emory... (D) 69.4% Barry Billington (R) 30.6%
Wyche Fowler Wyche Fowler William Wyche Fowler, Jr. is an American politician and ambassador. He is a member of the Democratic Party and served as U.S. Senator from Georgia from January 1987 to January 1993. He had previously served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1977 until his senatorial election.-Early life...	Democratic	1977	Re-elected	Wyche Fowler Wyche Fowler William Wyche Fowler, Jr. is an American politician and ambassador. He is a member of the Democratic Party and served as U.S. Senator from Georgia from January 1987 to January 1993. He had previously served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1977 until his senatorial election.-Early life... (D) 74.0% F. William Dowda (R) 26.0%
Newt Gingrich Newt Gingrich Newton Leroy "Newt" Gingrich is a U.S. Republican Party politician who served as the House Minority Whip from 1989 to 1995 and as the 58th Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives from 1995 to 1999....	Republican	1978	Re-elected	Newt Gingrich Newt Gingrich Newton Leroy "Newt" Gingrich is a U.S. Republican Party politician who served as the House Minority Whip from 1989 to 1995 and as the 58th Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives from 1995 to 1999.... (R) 59.1% Dock H. Davis (D) 40.9%
Larry McDonald Larry McDonald Lawrence Patton McDonald, M.D. was an American politician and a member of the United States House of Representatives, representing the seventh congressional district of Georgia as a Democrat...	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	Larry McDonald Larry McDonald Lawrence Patton McDonald, M.D. was an American politician and a member of the United States House of Representatives, representing the seventh congressional district of Georgia as a Democrat... (D) 68.1% Richard Castellucis (R) 31.9%
Billy Lee Evans Billy Lee Evans Billy Lee Evans was an American politician who served in both the Georgia House of Representatives and the U.S. House of Representatives....	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Billy Lee Evans Billy Lee Evans Billy Lee Evans was an American politician who served in both the Georgia House of Representatives and the U.S. House of Representatives.... (D) 74.6% Darwin Carter (R) 25.4%
Ed Jenkins	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Ed Jenkins (D) 68.0% David G. Ashworth (R) 32.0%
Doug Barnard, Jr. Doug Barnard, Jr. Druie Douglas Barnard, Jr. is a former United States congressman from Georgia.Barnard attended the Richmond County public schools and graduated from the Academy of Richmond County in 1939. He attended Augusta College from 1939 to 1940, then graduated in 1943 with an A.B. from Mercer University in...	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Doug Barnard, Jr. Doug Barnard, Jr. Druie Douglas Barnard, Jr. is a former United States congressman from Georgia.Barnard attended the Richmond County public schools and graduated from the Academy of Richmond County in 1939. He attended Augusta College from 1939 to 1940, then graduated in 1943 with an A.B. from Mercer University in... (D) 80.2% Bruce J. Neubauer (R) 19.8%

Hawaii

District	Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
	Cecil Heftel Cecil Heftel Cecil Landau Heftel, popularly known as Cec Heftel was an American politician and businessman from Hawai'i...	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Cecil Heftel Cecil Heftel Cecil Landau Heftel, popularly known as Cec Heftel was an American politician and businessman from Hawai'i... (D) 79.8% Aloma Keen Noble (R) 16.1% Rockne H. Johnson (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 4.1%
	Daniel Akaka Daniel Akaka Daniel Kahikina Akaka is the junior U.S. Senator from Hawaii and a member of the Democratic Party. He is the first U.S. Senator of Native Hawaiian ancestry and is currently the only member of the Senate who has Chinese ancestry....	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Daniel Akaka Daniel Akaka Daniel Kahikina Akaka is the junior U.S. Senator from Hawaii and a member of the Democratic Party. He is the first U.S. Senator of Native Hawaiian ancestry and is currently the only member of the Senate who has Chinese ancestry.... (D) 89.9% Don G. Smith (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 10.1%

Idaho

District	Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
	Steve Symms Steve Symms Steven Douglas Symms was a four-term congressman and two-term U.S. senator from Idaho. He was among the most conservative members of the Republican Party...	Republican	1972	Retired to run for U. S. Senate United States Senate elections, 1980 The 1980 U.S. Senate elections coincided with Ronald Reagan's election to the Presidency. Reagan's large margin of victory over incumbent Jimmy Carter pulled in many Democratic voters and gave a huge boost to Republican senate candidates.... Republican hold	Larry Craig Larry Craig Larry Edwin Craig is a former Republican politician from the U.S. state of Idaho. He served 18 years in the U.S. Senate , preceded by 10 years in the U.S. House, representing Idaho's first district . His 28 years in the Congress rank as the second-longest in Idaho history, trailing only William... (R) 53.7% Glenn W. Nichols (D) 46.3%
	George V. Hansen George V. Hansen George Vernon Hansen is a Republican politician from the state of Idaho. He served in the House of Representatives from 1965 to 1969 and again from 1975 to 1985.- Biography :...	Republican	1974	Re-elected	George V. Hansen George V. Hansen George Vernon Hansen is a Republican politician from the state of Idaho. He served in the House of Representatives from 1965 to 1969 and again from 1975 to 1985.- Biography :... (R) 58.8% Diane Bilyeu (D) 41.2%

Illinois

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
Bennett M. Stewart	Democratic	1978	Lost renomination Democratic hold	Harold Washington Harold Washington Harold Lee Washington was an American lawyer and politician who became the first African-American Mayor of Chicago, serving from 1983 until his death in 1987.- Early years and military service :... (D) 95.5% George Williams (R) 4.5%
Morgan F. Murphy Morgan F. Murphy Morgan Francis Murphy , was a U.S. Representative from Illinois.Murphy attended Chicago parochial schools. He received a Bachelor of Science from Northwestern University in 1955 and was a member of the Sigma Chi Fraternity. Murphy received a J.D. from DePaul University School of Law in 1962...	Democratic	1970	Retired Democratic hold	Gus Savage Gus Savage Augustus Alexander "Gus" Savage is a former Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from Illinois.... (D) 88.2% Marsha A. Harris (R) 11.8%
Marty Russo Marty Russo Martin Anthony Russo is a U.S. Democratic politician and lobbyist.- Political career :He was elected as a Democrat to the United States House of Representatives from Illinois and served from January 3, 1975 to January 3, 1993.From 1979 to 1992, Russo served on the Ways and Means Committee...	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	Marty Russo Marty Russo Martin Anthony Russo is a U.S. Democratic politician and lobbyist.- Political career :He was elected as a Democrat to the United States House of Representatives from Illinois and served from January 3, 1975 to January 3, 1993.From 1979 to 1992, Russo served on the Ways and Means Committee... (D) 68.9% Lawrence C. Sarsoun (R) 31.1%
Ed Derwinski Ed Derwinski Edward Joseph Derwinski is an American politician who served as the first Cabinet-level United States Secretary of Veterans Affairs, serving under President George H. W. Bush from March 15, 1989 to September 26, 1992...	Republican	1958	Re-elected	Ed Derwinski Ed Derwinski Edward Joseph Derwinski is an American politician who served as the first Cabinet-level United States Secretary of Veterans Affairs, serving under President George H. W. Bush from March 15, 1989 to September 26, 1992... (R) 68.0% Richard S. Jalovec (D) 32.0%
John G. Fary John G. Fary John G. Fary was a U.S. Representative from Illinois. He represented the Illinois's 5th congressional district...	Democratic	1975	Re-elected	John G. Fary John G. Fary John G. Fary was a U.S. Representative from Illinois. He represented the Illinois's 5th congressional district... (D) 79.6% Robert V. Kotowski (R) 20.4%
Henry Hyde Henry Hyde Henry John Hyde , an American politician, was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from 1975 to 2007, representing the 6th District of Illinois, an area of Chicago's northwestern suburbs which included O'Hare International Airport...	Republican	1974	Re-elected	Henry Hyde Henry Hyde Henry John Hyde , an American politician, was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from 1975 to 2007, representing the 6th District of Illinois, an area of Chicago's northwestern suburbs which included O'Hare International Airport... (R) 67.0% Mario Reymond Reda (D) 33.0%
Cardiss Collins Cardiss Collins Cardiss H. Collins, originally Cardiss Robertson, is a Democratic politician from Illinois who served in the United States House of Representatives from 1973 to 1997...	Democratic	1973	Re-elected	Cardiss Collins Cardiss Collins Cardiss H. Collins, originally Cardiss Robertson, is a Democratic politician from Illinois who served in the United States House of Representatives from 1973 to 1997... (D) 85.1% Ruth R. Hooper (R) 14.9%
Dan Rostenkowski Dan Rostenkowski Daniel David "Dan" Rostenkowski was a United States Representative from Illinois, serving from 1959 to 1995. Raised in a blue-collar neighborhood on the Northwest Side of Chicago, Rostenkowski rose to become one of the most powerful legislators in Washington. He was a member of the Democratic Party...	Democratic	1958	Re-elected	Dan Rostenkowski Dan Rostenkowski Daniel David "Dan" Rostenkowski was a United States Representative from Illinois, serving from 1959 to 1995. Raised in a blue-collar neighborhood on the Northwest Side of Chicago, Rostenkowski rose to become one of the most powerful legislators in Washington. He was a member of the Democratic Party... (D) 84.7% Walter F. Zilke (R) 15.3%
Sidney R. Yates Sidney R. Yates Sidney Richard Yates was a politician from the state of Illinois.Yates was born in Chicago, Illinois and he graduated from the University of Chicago. He served in the United States Navy during World War II....	Democratic	1964	Re-elected	Sidney R. Yates Sidney R. Yates Sidney Richard Yates was a politician from the state of Illinois.Yates was born in Chicago, Illinois and he graduated from the University of Chicago. He served in the United States Navy during World War II.... (D) 73.1% John D. Andrica (R) 26.9%
John E. Porter	Republican	1980	Re-elected	John E. Porter (R) 60.7% Robert A. Weinberger (D) 39.3%
Frank Annunzio Frank Annunzio Frank Annunzio was an American politician from Chicago, Illinois.Annunzio, an Italian-American was born in Chicago, where he remained for his entire childhood and much of his adult life. He attended Crane Technical High School and DePaul University...	Democratic	1964	Re-elected	Frank Annunzio Frank Annunzio Frank Annunzio was an American politician from Chicago, Illinois.Annunzio, an Italian-American was born in Chicago, where he remained for his entire childhood and much of his adult life. He attended Crane Technical High School and DePaul University... (D) 69.8% Michael R. Zanillo (R) 30.2%
Phil Crane Phil Crane Philip Miller "Phil" Crane is a former American politician. He was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from 1969 to 2005, representing the 8th District of Illinois in the northwestern suburbs of Chicago...	Republican	1969	Re-elected	Phil Crane Phil Crane Philip Miller "Phil" Crane is a former American politician. He was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from 1969 to 2005, representing the 8th District of Illinois in the northwestern suburbs of Chicago... (R) 74.1% David McCartney (D) 25.9%
Robert McClory Robert McClory Robert McClory was a U.S. Representative from Illinois.Born in Riverside, Illinois, McClory attended the public schools, L'Institut Sillig, Vevey, Switzerland from 1925 to 1926, and Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire from 1926 to 1928. He graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law in 1932...	Republican	1962	Re-elected	Robert McClory Robert McClory Robert McClory was a U.S. Representative from Illinois.Born in Riverside, Illinois, McClory attended the public schools, L'Institut Sillig, Vevey, Switzerland from 1925 to 1926, and Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire from 1926 to 1928. He graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law in 1932... (R) 71.7% Michael Reese (D) 28.3%
John N. Erlenborn John N. Erlenborn John Neal Erlenborn was a lawyer and a former Republican member of the U.S. Congressional Delegations from Illinois, representing the 14th district. He was a graduate of Loyola University Chicago and Loyola University Chicago School of Law...	Republican	1964	Re-elected	John N. Erlenborn John N. Erlenborn John Neal Erlenborn was a lawyer and a former Republican member of the U.S. Congressional Delegations from Illinois, representing the 14th district. He was a graduate of Loyola University Chicago and Loyola University Chicago School of Law... (R) 76.8% LeRoy E. Kennel (D) 23.2%
Tom Corcoran	Republican	1976	Re-elected	Tom Corcoran (R) 76.7% John P. Quillin (D) 23.3%
John B. Anderson John B. Anderson John Bayard Anderson is a former United States Congressman and Presidential candidate from Illinois. He was a U.S. Representative from the 16th Congressional District of Illinois for ten terms from 1961 through 1981 and an Independent candidate in the 1980 presidential election. He was previously...	Republican	1960	Retired to run for U. S. President Republican hold	Lynn Morley Martin Lynn Morley Martin Lynn Morley Martin is a businesswoman and former United States politician.-Political career:Born in Evanston, Illinois, she served as a member of the Winnebago County Board before she served in the Illinois House of Representatives, Illinois Senate, and the U.S. House of Representatives, where she... (R) 67.4% Douglas R. Aurand (D) 32.6%
George M. O'Brien George M. O'Brien George Miller O'Brien is a former member of the United States House of Representatives. He was a Republican who represented Illinois' 17th congressional district....	Republican	1972	Re-elected	George M. O'Brien George M. O'Brien George Miller O'Brien is a former member of the United States House of Representatives. He was a Republican who represented Illinois' 17th congressional district.... (R) 65.8% Michael A. Murer (D) 34.2%
Robert H. Michel Robert H. Michel Robert Henry "Bob" Michel is an American Republican Party politician who was a member of the United States House of Representatives for 38 years. He represented central Illinois' 18th congressional district, and was the GOP leader in Congress, serving as Minority Leader for 14 years during an era...	Republican	1956	Re-elected	Robert H. Michel Robert H. Michel Robert Henry "Bob" Michel is an American Republican Party politician who was a member of the United States House of Representatives for 38 years. He represented central Illinois' 18th congressional district, and was the GOP leader in Congress, serving as Minority Leader for 14 years during an era... (R) 62.1% John L. Knuppel (D) 37.9%
Tom Railsback Tom Railsback Thomas Fisher Railsback served eight terms in the United States Congress from 1967-1983 for in Moline.- Early life :...	Republican	1966	Re-elected	Tom Railsback Tom Railsback Thomas Fisher Railsback served eight terms in the United States Congress from 1967-1983 for in Moline.- Early life :... (R) 73.4% Thomas J. Hand (D) 26.6%
Paul Findley Paul Findley Paul Findley is a former United States Representative from Illinois, representing its 20th District. A Republican, he was first elected in 1961. Findley lost his seat in 1982 to current United States Senator Dick Durbin. Findley attended Illinois College and is a member of Phi Alpha Literary Society...	Republican	1960	Re-elected	Paul Findley Paul Findley Paul Findley is a former United States Representative from Illinois, representing its 20th District. A Republican, he was first elected in 1961. Findley lost his seat in 1982 to current United States Senator Dick Durbin. Findley attended Illinois College and is a member of Phi Alpha Literary Society... (R) 56.0% David Robinson (D) 44.0%
Edward Rell Madigan Edward Rell Madigan Edward Rell Madigan was a businessman and a Republican Party politician from Lincoln, Illinois. He served almost twenty years in the United States House of Representatives and was U.S. Secretary of Agriculture for George H. W. Bush.Madigan was born in Lincoln and attended Lincoln [Junior] College...	Republican	1972	Re-elected	Edward Rell Madigan Edward Rell Madigan Edward Rell Madigan was a businessman and a Republican Party politician from Lincoln, Illinois. He served almost twenty years in the United States House of Representatives and was U.S. Secretary of Agriculture for George H. W. Bush.Madigan was born in Lincoln and attended Lincoln [Junior] College... (R) 67.6% Penny L. Severns (D) 32.4%
Dan Crane Dan Crane Daniel Bever Crane is a dentist and a former member of the U.S. House of Representatives. He served as a Republican congressman from 1979 to 1985. In 1983, he was censured by the House....	Republican	1978	Re-elected	Dan Crane Dan Crane Daniel Bever Crane is a dentist and a former member of the U.S. House of Representatives. He served as a Republican congressman from 1979 to 1985. In 1983, he was censured by the House.... (R) 68.8% Peter M. Voelz (D) 31.2%
Melvin Price	Democratic	1944	Re-elected	Melvin Price (D) 64.4% Ronald L. Davinroy (R) 35.6%
Paul Simon Paul Simon (politician) Paul Martin Simon was an American politician from Illinois. He served in the United States House of Representatives from 1975 to 1985 and United States Senate from 1985 to 1997. He was a member of the Democratic Party...	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	Paul Simon Paul Simon (politician) Paul Martin Simon was an American politician from Illinois. He served in the United States House of Representatives from 1975 to 1985 and United States Senate from 1985 to 1997. He was a member of the Democratic Party... (D) 49.1% John T. Anderson (R) 48.3% James H. Barrett (Const Constitution Party (United States) The Constitution Party is a paleoconservative political party in the United States. It was founded as the U.S. Taxpayers' Party by Howard Philips in 1991. Phillips was the party's candidate in the 1992, 1996 and 2000 presidential elections... ) 2.6%

Indiana

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
Adam Benjamin, Jr. Adam Benjamin, Jr. Adam Benjamin Jr. was a U.S. Representative from Indiana from 1977 to 1982.Born to Assyrian parents, in Gary, Indiana on August 6, 1935, Adam Benjamin, Jr. became one of the Calumet Region's most dynamic and respected legislators...	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Adam Benjamin, Jr. Adam Benjamin, Jr. Adam Benjamin Jr. was a U.S. Representative from Indiana from 1977 to 1982.Born to Assyrian parents, in Gary, Indiana on August 6, 1935, Adam Benjamin, Jr. became one of the Calumet Region's most dynamic and respected legislators... (D) 72.0% Joseph Douglas Harkin (R) 28.0%
Floyd Fithian Floyd Fithian Floyd James Fithian was a U.S. Representative from Indiana.Born and raised in Vesta, Nebraska, Fithian graduated from Vesta High School, 1947. He achieved his B.A., Peru State College, Peru, Nebraska, 1951; an M.A., University of Nebraska, 1955; and a Ph.D., University of Nebraska, 1964. He was a...	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	Floyd Fithian Floyd Fithian Floyd James Fithian was a U.S. Representative from Indiana.Born and raised in Vesta, Nebraska, Fithian graduated from Vesta High School, 1947. He achieved his B.A., Peru State College, Peru, Nebraska, 1951; an M.A., University of Nebraska, 1955; and a Ph.D., University of Nebraska, 1964. He was a... (D) 54.1% Ernest Niemeyer (R) 45.9%
John Brademas John Brademas John Brademas is an American politician and educator originally from Indiana. He served as Majority Whip of the United States House of Representatives for the Democratic Party from 1977 to 1981 at the conclusion of a twenty-year career as a member of the United States House of Representatives...	Democratic	1958	Lost re-election Republican gain	John P. Hiler John P. Hiler John Patrick Hiler is a former U.S. Representative from Indiana.Born in Chicago, Illinois, Hiler graduated from La Lumiere School, La Porte, Indiana, 1971.... (R) 55.0% John Brademas (D) 45.0%
Dan Quayle Dan Quayle James Danforth "Dan" Quayle served as the 44th Vice President of the United States, serving with President George H. W. Bush . He served as a U.S. Representative and U.S. Senator from the state of Indiana....	Republican	1976	Retired to run for U. S. Senate United States Senate elections, 1980 The 1980 U.S. Senate elections coincided with Ronald Reagan's election to the Presidency. Reagan's large margin of victory over incumbent Jimmy Carter pulled in many Democratic voters and gave a huge boost to Republican senate candidates.... Republican hold	Dan Coats Dan Coats Daniel Ray "Dan" Coats is the junior United States Senator from Indiana and member of the Republican Party. He was in the United States Senate from from 1989 to 1999, retired, and then returned in 2011.... (R) 60.5% John D. Walda (D) 39.1% Stephen G. Hope (I) 0.4%
Elwood Hillis Elwood Hillis Elwood Haynes "Bud" Hillis is a former U.S. Representative from Indiana.-Biography:Born in Kokomo, Indiana, Hillis attended Kokomo public schools.He graduated from Culver Military Academy, 1944.B.S., Indiana University, 1949....	Republican	1970	Re-elected	Elwood Hillis Elwood Hillis Elwood Haynes "Bud" Hillis is a former U.S. Representative from Indiana.-Biography:Born in Kokomo, Indiana, Hillis attended Kokomo public schools.He graduated from Culver Military Academy, 1944.B.S., Indiana University, 1949.... (R) 61.7% Nels J. Ackerson (D) 38.3%
David W. Evans David W. Evans David Walter Evans is a former U.S. Representative from Indiana.Born in Lafayette, Indiana, Evans attended public schools in Shoals, Indiana. In 1967, he graduated from Indiana University, where he also did some postgraduate work from 1967 to 1969...	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	David W. Evans David W. Evans David Walter Evans is a former U.S. Representative from Indiana.Born in Lafayette, Indiana, Evans attended public schools in Shoals, Indiana. In 1967, he graduated from Indiana University, where he also did some postgraduate work from 1967 to 1969... (D) 50.2% David G. Crane (R) 49.8%
John T. Myers	Republican	1966	Re-elected	John T. Myers (R) 66.1% Patrick D. Carroll (D) 33.2% Peter P. Tescione, Jr. (I) 0.8%
H. Joel Deckard H. Joel Deckard Huey Joel Deckard is a former U.S. Representative from Indiana.Born in Vandalia, Illinois, Deckard attended public schools in Mount Vernon, Indiana. He attended the University of Evansville from 1962 to 1967, and served in the Indiana National Guard from 1966 to 1972...	Republican	1978	Re-elected	H. Joel Deckard H. Joel Deckard Huey Joel Deckard is a former U.S. Representative from Indiana.Born in Vandalia, Illinois, Deckard attended public schools in Mount Vernon, Indiana. He attended the University of Evansville from 1962 to 1967, and served in the Indiana National Guard from 1966 to 1972... (R) 55.2% Kenneth C. Snider (D) 44.8%
Lee H. Hamilton Lee H. Hamilton Lee Herbert Hamilton is a former member of the United States House of Representatives and currently a member of the U.S. Homeland Security Advisory Council. A member of the Democratic Party, Hamilton represented the 9th congressional district of Indiana from 1965 to 1999...	Democratic	1964	Re-elected	Lee H. Hamilton Lee H. Hamilton Lee Herbert Hamilton is a former member of the United States House of Representatives and currently a member of the U.S. Homeland Security Advisory Council. A member of the Democratic Party, Hamilton represented the 9th congressional district of Indiana from 1965 to 1999... (D) 64.4% George Meyer, Jr. (R) 35.6%
Philip R. Sharp	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	Philip R. Sharp (D) 53.4% William G. Frazier (R) 46.6%
Andrew Jacobs, Jr. Andrew Jacobs, Jr. Andrew Jacobs, Jr. usually known as Andy Jacobs is a lawyer and a former Indiana state legislator and Congressman who served for thirty years. His father, Andrew Jacobs, was also a congressman for one term. He was married to one time House colleague Martha Keys of Kansas...	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	Andrew Jacobs, Jr. Andrew Jacobs, Jr. Andrew Jacobs, Jr. usually known as Andy Jacobs is a lawyer and a former Indiana state legislator and Congressman who served for thirty years. His father, Andrew Jacobs, was also a congressman for one term. He was married to one time House colleague Martha Keys of Kansas... (D) 57.3% Sheila Suess (R) 42.7%

Iowa

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
Jim Leach Jim Leach James Albert Smith "Jim" Leach is a former member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Iowa. In August 2009, he became Chairman of the National Endowment for the Humanities ....	Republican	1976	Re-elected	Jim Leach Jim Leach James Albert Smith "Jim" Leach is a former member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Iowa. In August 2009, he became Chairman of the National Endowment for the Humanities .... (R) 64.1% Jim Larew (D) 34.9% Michael R. Grant (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 0.7% Gloria Williams (S Socialist Party of America The Socialist Party of America was a multi-tendency democratic-socialist political party in the United States, formed in 1901 by a merger between the three-year-old Social Democratic Party of America and disaffected elements of the Socialist Labor Party which had split from the main organization... ) 0.4%
Tom Tauke Tom Tauke Thomas Joseph "Tom" Tauke is a former member of the U.S. House of Representatives. Tauke represented the northeast corner of the state of Iowa as a Republican from 1979 to 1991, entering Congress as one of the youngest members. Tauke left active politics in 1991 following an unsuccessful bid to...	Republican	1978	Re-elected	Tom Tauke Tom Tauke Thomas Joseph "Tom" Tauke is a former member of the U.S. House of Representatives. Tauke represented the northeast corner of the state of Iowa as a Republican from 1979 to 1991, entering Congress as one of the youngest members. Tauke left active politics in 1991 following an unsuccessful bid to... (R) 54.0% Steve Sovern (D) 45.1% Dean Miller (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 0.5% James D. Roberson (I) 0.4%
Chuck Grassley Chuck Grassley Charles Ernest "Chuck" Grassley is the senior United States Senator from Iowa . A member of Republican Party, he previously served in the served in the United States House of Representatives and the Iowa state legislature...	Republican	1974	Retired to run for U. S. Senate United States Senate elections, 1980 The 1980 U.S. Senate elections coincided with Ronald Reagan's election to the Presidency. Reagan's large margin of victory over incumbent Jimmy Carter pulled in many Democratic voters and gave a huge boost to Republican senate candidates.... Republican hold	Cooper Evans (R) 51.4% Lynne G. Cutler (D) 48.5% James E. Suppus (American) 0.2%
Neal Smith Neal Smith Neal Smith was the drummer for the rock group Alice Cooper from 1967 to 1974. He performed on the group's early albums Pretties For You and Easy Action, the breakout album Love It to Death and the subsequent successful albums Killer, School's Out, and Billion Dollar Babies...	Democratic	1958	Re-elected	Neal Smith Neal Smith Neal Smith was the drummer for the rock group Alice Cooper from 1967 to 1974. He performed on the group's early albums Pretties For You and Easy Action, the breakout album Love It to Death and the subsequent successful albums Killer, School's Out, and Billion Dollar Babies... (D) 53.9% Donald C. Young (R) 45.9% Kalonji Saadiq (S Socialist Party of America The Socialist Party of America was a multi-tendency democratic-socialist political party in the United States, formed in 1901 by a merger between the three-year-old Social Democratic Party of America and disaffected elements of the Socialist Labor Party which had split from the main organization... ) 0.2%
Tom Harkin Tom Harkin Thomas Richard "Tom" Harkin is the junior United States Senator from Iowa and a member of the Democratic Party. He previously served in the United States House of Representatives ....	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	Tom Harkin Tom Harkin Thomas Richard "Tom" Harkin is the junior United States Senator from Iowa and a member of the Democratic Party. He previously served in the United States House of Representatives .... (D) 60.2% Cal Hultman (R) 39.8%
Berkley Bedell Berkley Bedell Berkley Warren Bedell is a former U.S. Representative from Iowa. After starting a successful business in his youth, Berkley Fly Co., he ran for the United States Congress in 1972, but was defeated by incumbent Wiley Mayne...	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	Berkley Bedell Berkley Bedell Berkley Warren Bedell is a former U.S. Representative from Iowa. After starting a successful business in his youth, Berkley Fly Co., he ran for the United States Congress in 1972, but was defeated by incumbent Wiley Mayne... (D) 64.3% Clarence S. Carney (R) 35.7%

Kansas

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
Keith Sebelius Keith Sebelius Keith George Sebelius was an American politician who served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1969 to 1981....	Republican	1968	Retired Republican hold	Pat Roberts Pat Roberts Charles Patrick "Pat" Roberts is the senior United States Senator from Kansas. A member of the Republican Party, he has served since 1997... (R) 62.3% Phil Martin (D) 37.7%
James Edmund Jeffries James Edmund Jeffries James Edmund Jeffries was a U.S. Representative from Kansas from 1979 to 1983.Born in Detroit, Michigan, Jeffries attended the public schools. He graduated from Cranbrook Schools, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, 1943....	Republican	1978	Re-elected	James Edmund Jeffries James Edmund Jeffries James Edmund Jeffries was a U.S. Representative from Kansas from 1979 to 1983.Born in Detroit, Michigan, Jeffries attended the public schools. He graduated from Cranbrook Schools, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, 1943.... (R) 53.9% Sam Keys (D) 46.1%
Larry Winn Larry Winn Edward Lawrence Winn, Jr. is a U.S. Republican politician.He was born in Kansas City, Missouri. He was elected as a Republican to the United States House of Representatives from Kansas and served from January 3, 1967 to January 3, 1985. He currently resides in Prairie Village, Kansas.-References:...	Republican	1966	Re-elected	Larry Winn Larry Winn Edward Lawrence Winn, Jr. is a U.S. Republican politician.He was born in Kansas City, Missouri. He was elected as a Republican to the United States House of Representatives from Kansas and served from January 3, 1967 to January 3, 1985. He currently resides in Prairie Village, Kansas.-References:... (R) 55.5% Dan Watkins (D) 41.8% John O. Stewart (Con) 2.7%
Dan Glickman Dan Glickman Daniel Robert "Dan" Glickman is an American businessman and politician. He served as the United States Secretary of Agriculture from 1995 until 2001, prior to which he represented the Fourth Congressional District of Kansas as a Democrat in Congress for 18 years. He was Chairman and CEO of the...	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Dan Glickman Dan Glickman Daniel Robert "Dan" Glickman is an American businessman and politician. He served as the United States Secretary of Agriculture from 1995 until 2001, prior to which he represented the Fourth Congressional District of Kansas as a Democrat in Congress for 18 years. He was Chairman and CEO of the... (D) 68.9% Clay Hunter (R) 31.1%
Bob Whittaker Bob Whittaker Robert Russell "Bob" Whittaker was a U.S. Representative from Kansas.Born in Eureka, Kansas, Whittaker attended the Greenwood County public schools....	Republican	1978	Re-elected	Bob Whittaker Bob Whittaker Robert Russell "Bob" Whittaker was a U.S. Representative from Kansas.Born in Eureka, Kansas, Whittaker attended the Greenwood County public schools.... (R) 74.2% David L. Miller (D) 24.0% Jack C. Blackwell (Statesman) 1.8%

Kentucky

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
Carroll Hubbard Carroll Hubbard Carroll Hubbard, Jr. , a Democrat, represented Kentucky in the United States House of Representatives from 1975 to 1993.Hubbard grew up in Murray, Kentucky, graduated from Georgetown College in 1959 and from the University of Louisville law school in 1962...	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	Carroll Hubbard Carroll Hubbard Carroll Hubbard, Jr. , a Democrat, represented Kentucky in the United States House of Representatives from 1975 to 1993.Hubbard grew up in Murray, Kentucky, graduated from Georgetown College in 1959 and from the University of Louisville law school in 1962... (D) Unopposed
William Huston Natcher William Huston Natcher William Huston Natcher was a Democratic congressman, serving in the United States House of Representatives from 1953 to 1994.-Early life:...	Democratic	1953	Re-elected	William Huston Natcher William Huston Natcher William Huston Natcher was a Democratic congressman, serving in the United States House of Representatives from 1953 to 1994.-Early life:... (D) 65.7% Mark T. Watson (R) 34.3%
Romano L. Mazzoli Romano L. Mazzoli Romano L. "Ron" Mazzoli represented Kentucky's Third Congressional District Romano L. "Ron" Mazzoli (born November 2, 1932, in Louisville, Kentucky) represented Kentucky's Third Congressional District Romano L. "Ron" Mazzoli (born November 2, 1932, in Louisville, Kentucky) represented Kentucky's...	Democratic	1970	Re-elected	Romano L. Mazzoli Romano L. Mazzoli Romano L. "Ron" Mazzoli represented Kentucky's Third Congressional District Romano L. "Ron" Mazzoli (born November 2, 1932, in Louisville, Kentucky) represented Kentucky's Third Congressional District Romano L. "Ron" Mazzoli (born November 2, 1932, in Louisville, Kentucky) represented Kentucky's... (D) 63.7% Richard Cesler (R) 34.6% John Cumbler (Citizens) 0.9% Robert D. Vessels (American) 0.3% Henry Glover Logsdon (I) 0.3%
Gene Snyder Gene Snyder Marion Eugene Snyder was an American politician elected as a Republican to the United States House of Representatives from two different districts in Kentucky....	Republican	1966	Re-elected	Gene Snyder Gene Snyder Marion Eugene Snyder was an American politician elected as a Republican to the United States House of Representatives from two different districts in Kentucky.... (R) 67.0% Phil M. McGary (D) 33.0%
Tim Lee Carter Tim Lee Carter Tim Lee Carter was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives for the commonwealth of Kentucky from 1965 till 1981.-Background:...	Republican	1964	Retired Republican hold	Hal Rogers Hal Rogers Harold Dallas "Hal" Rogers is the U.S. Representative for , serving since 1981. He is a member of the Republican Party.-Early life, education, and early career:... (R) 67.5% Ted R. Marcum (D) 32.5%
Larry J. Hopkins	Republican	1978	Re-elected	Larry J. Hopkins (R) 58.9% Tom Easterly (D) 40.5% Don Bertram Pratt (I) 0.7%
Carl D. Perkins Carl D. Perkins Carl Dewey Perkins , a Democrat, was a politician and member of the United States House of Representatives from the state of Kentucky.-Early years:Perkins was born in Hindman, Kentucky...	Democratic	1948	Re-elected	Carl D. Perkins Carl D. Perkins Carl Dewey Perkins , a Democrat, was a politician and member of the United States House of Representatives from the state of Kentucky.-Early years:Perkins was born in Hindman, Kentucky... (D) Unopposed

Louisiana

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
Bob Livingston Bob Livingston Robert Linlithgow "Bob" Livingston Jr. is a Washington, D.C.-based lobbyist and a former Republican U.S. Representative from Louisiana...	Republican	1977	Re-elected	Bob Livingston Bob Livingston Robert Linlithgow "Bob" Livingston Jr. is a Washington, D.C.-based lobbyist and a former Republican U.S. Representative from Louisiana... (R) 88.4% Michael J. Musmeci, Sr. (R) 8.9% Tristan P. Junius (I) 2.7%
Lindy Boggs Lindy Boggs Marie Corinne Morrison Claiborne Boggs, usually known as Lindy Boggs , is a United States political figure who served as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives and later as ambassador to the Vatican. She was the first woman elected to Congress from Louisiana...	Democratic	1973	Re-elected	Lindy Boggs Lindy Boggs Marie Corinne Morrison Claiborne Boggs, usually known as Lindy Boggs , is a United States political figure who served as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives and later as ambassador to the Vatican. She was the first woman elected to Congress from Louisiana... (D) 60.8% Rob Couhig (R) 34.4% Clyde F. Bel, Jr. (D) 4.8%
Billy Tauzin Billy Tauzin Wilbert Joseph Tauzin II , usually known as Billy Tauzin, American lobbyist and politician of Cajun descent, was President and CEO of PhRMA, a pharmaceutical company lobby group...	Democratic	1980	Re-elected	Billy Tauzin Billy Tauzin Wilbert Joseph Tauzin II , usually known as Billy Tauzin, American lobbyist and politician of Cajun descent, was President and CEO of PhRMA, a pharmaceutical company lobby group... (D) 85.1% Bob Namer (D) 14.9%
Buddy Leach	Democratic	1978	Lost re-election Democratic hold	Buddy Roemer Buddy Roemer Charles Elson "Buddy" Roemer III is an American politician who served as the 52nd Governor of Louisiana, from 1988 to 1992. He was elected as a Democrat but switched to the Republican Party on March 11, 1991... (D) 63.8% Buddy Leach (D) 36.2%
Jerry Huckaby Jerry Huckaby Thomas Jerald Huckaby, usually known as Jerry Huckaby , is a retired businessman who served as a Democratic U.S. representative from the northeastern portion of the U.S. state of Louisiana between 1977 and 1993...	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Jerry Huckaby Jerry Huckaby Thomas Jerald Huckaby, usually known as Jerry Huckaby , is a retired businessman who served as a Democratic U.S. representative from the northeastern portion of the U.S. state of Louisiana between 1977 and 1993... (D) 88.8% L. D. Knox (D) 11.2%
Henson Moore Henson Moore William Henson Moore III , is a retired attorney and businessman who is a former member of the U.S. House of Representatives, having represented the Baton Rouge-based Sixth Congressional District, from 1975-1987. He is only the second Republican to have represented Louisiana in the House since...	Republican	1974	Re-elected	Henson Moore Henson Moore William Henson Moore III , is a retired attorney and businessman who is a former member of the U.S. House of Representatives, having represented the Baton Rouge-based Sixth Congressional District, from 1975-1987. He is only the second Republican to have represented Louisiana in the House since... (R) 90.7% Alice Brooks (D) 9.3%
John Breaux John Breaux John Berlinger Breaux is a former United States senator from Louisiana who served from 1987 until 2005. He was also a member of the United States House of Representatives from 1972 to 1987. He was considered one of the more conservative national legislators from the Democratic Party...	Democratic	1972	Re-elected	John Breaux John Breaux John Berlinger Breaux is a former United States senator from Louisiana who served from 1987 until 2005. He was also a member of the United States House of Representatives from 1972 to 1987. He was considered one of the more conservative national legislators from the Democratic Party... (D) Unopposed
Gillis William Long Gillis William Long Gillis William Long was a Democratic U.S. Representative from Louisiana and member of the Long family. Long served seven non-consecutive terms in the United States House of Representatives but placed third in two campaigns for the Democratic gubernatorial nominations in 1963 and 1971...	Democratic	1972	Re-elected	Gillis William Long Gillis William Long Gillis William Long was a Democratic U.S. Representative from Louisiana and member of the Long family. Long served seven non-consecutive terms in the United States House of Representatives but placed third in two campaigns for the Democratic gubernatorial nominations in 1963 and 1971... (D) 68.9% Clyde C. Holloway (R) 25.4% Robert H. Mitchell (R) 5.7%

Maine

District	Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
	David F. Emery David F. Emery David Farnham "Dave" Emery is a former Republican U.S. Representative from Maine. Emery grew up in Rockland before attending college at Worcester Polytechnic Institute, where he received a BS in electronics engineering in 1970...	Republican	1974	Re-elected	David F. Emery David F. Emery David Farnham "Dave" Emery is a former Republican U.S. Representative from Maine. Emery grew up in Rockland before attending college at Worcester Polytechnic Institute, where he received a BS in electronics engineering in 1970... (R) 68.5% Harold C. Pachios (D) 31.5%
	Olympia Snowe Olympia Snowe Olympia Jean Snowe , née Bouchles, is the senior United States Senator from Maine and a member of the Republican Party. Snowe has become widely known for her ability to influence the outcome of close votes, including whether to end filibusters. She and her fellow Senator from Maine, Susan Collins,...	Republican	1978	Re-elected	Olympia Snowe Olympia Snowe Olympia Jean Snowe , née Bouchles, is the senior United States Senator from Maine and a member of the Republican Party. Snowe has become widely known for her ability to influence the outcome of close votes, including whether to end filibusters. She and her fellow Senator from Maine, Susan Collins,... (R) 78.5% Harold L. Silverman (D) 21.5%

Maryland

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
Robert Bauman Robert Bauman Robert Edmund Bauman is a former member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Maryland's 1st congressional district. Bauman was a prominent conservative advocate in the House, but lost re-election in 1980 following a political scandal involving male prostitution.-Early life and career:Bauman...	Republican	1973	Lost re-election Democratic gain	Roy Dyson Roy Dyson Royden Patrick Dyson born is an American politician. He is a former Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from Maryland.... (D) 51.7% Robert Bauman (R) 48.3%
Clarence Long Clarence Long Clarence Dickinson Long, PhD , known as "Doc Long", was a Democratic U.S. Congressman who represented the 2nd congressional district of Maryland from January 3, 1963 to January 3, 1985. Long became Chairman of the subcommittee on Foreign Operations of the House Appropriations Committee. In this...	Democratic	1962	Re-elected	Clarence Long Clarence Long Clarence Dickinson Long, PhD , known as "Doc Long", was a Democratic U.S. Congressman who represented the 2nd congressional district of Maryland from January 3, 1963 to January 3, 1985. Long became Chairman of the subcommittee on Foreign Operations of the House Appropriations Committee. In this... (D) 57.4% Helen Delich Bentley (R) 42.6%
Barbara Mikulski Barbara Mikulski Barbara Ann Mikulski is the senior United States Senator from Maryland and a member of the Democratic Party. Mikulski, a former U.S. Representative, is the longest-serving female senator in U.S...	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Barbara Mikulski Barbara Mikulski Barbara Ann Mikulski is the senior United States Senator from Maryland and a member of the Democratic Party. Mikulski, a former U.S. Representative, is the longest-serving female senator in U.S... (D) 76.1% Russell T. Schaffer (R) 23.9%
Marjorie Holt Marjorie Holt Marjorie Sewell Holt , a Republican, was a U.S. Congresswoman who represented Maryland's 4th congressional district from January 3, 1973 to January 3, 1987. She was the first Republican woman elected to Congress from Maryland....	Republican	1972	Re-elected	Marjorie Holt Marjorie Holt Marjorie Sewell Holt , a Republican, was a U.S. Congresswoman who represented Maryland's 4th congressional district from January 3, 1973 to January 3, 1987. She was the first Republican woman elected to Congress from Maryland.... (R) 71.9% James J. Riley (D) 28.1%
Gladys Spellman Gladys Spellman Gladys Noon Spellman , a Democrat, was a U.S. Congresswoman who represented the 5th congressional district of Maryland from January 3, 1975 to January 3, 1981....	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	Gladys Spellman Gladys Spellman Gladys Noon Spellman , a Democrat, was a U.S. Congresswoman who represented the 5th congressional district of Maryland from January 3, 1975 to January 3, 1981.... (D) 80.5% Kevin R. Igoe (R) 19.5%
Beverly Byron Beverly Byron Beverly Barton Butcher Byron , a Democrat, was a U.S. Congresswoman who represented the 6th congressional district of Maryland from January 3, 1979 to January 3, 1993....	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	Beverly Byron Beverly Byron Beverly Barton Butcher Byron , a Democrat, was a U.S. Congresswoman who represented the 6th congressional district of Maryland from January 3, 1979 to January 3, 1993.... (D) 69.9% Raymond E. Beck (R) 30.1%
Parren Mitchell Parren Mitchell Parren James Mitchell , a Democrat, was a U.S. Congressman who represented the 7th congressional district of Maryland from January 3, 1971 to January 3, 1987. He was the first African-American elected to Congress from Maryland....	Democratic	1970	Re-elected	Parren Mitchell Parren Mitchell Parren James Mitchell , a Democrat, was a U.S. Congressman who represented the 7th congressional district of Maryland from January 3, 1971 to January 3, 1987. He was the first African-American elected to Congress from Maryland.... (D) 88.5% Victor Clark, Jr. (R) 11.5%
Michael D. Barnes Michael D. Barnes Michael Darr Barnes represented the eighth district of Maryland in the United States House of Representatives from 1979 to 1987 and was the president of the Brady Campaign gun control organization from 2000 through 2006.After serving in the Marine Corps , being discharged with the rank of...	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	Michael D. Barnes Michael D. Barnes Michael Darr Barnes represented the eighth district of Maryland in the United States House of Representatives from 1979 to 1987 and was the president of the Brady Campaign gun control organization from 2000 through 2006.After serving in the Marine Corps , being discharged with the rank of... (D) 59.3% Newton Steers (R) 40.7%

Massachusetts

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
Silvio Conte	Republican	1958	Re-elected	Silvio Conte (R) 74.9% Helen Poppy Doyle (D) 25.1%
Edward Boland Edward Boland Edward Patrick Boland was a politician from the state of Massachusetts. A Democrat, he was a representative from Massachusetts's 2nd congressional district....	Democratic	1952	Re-elected	Edward Boland Edward Boland Edward Patrick Boland was a politician from the state of Massachusetts. A Democrat, he was a representative from Massachusetts's 2nd congressional district.... (D) 67.2% Thomas P. Swank (R) 21.5% John B. Aubuchon (I) 11.3%
Joseph D. Early Joseph D. Early Joseph Daniel Early is an American politician. He represented the third district of Massachusetts in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1975 to 1993....	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	Joseph D. Early Joseph D. Early Joseph Daniel Early is an American politician. He represented the third district of Massachusetts in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1975 to 1993.... (D) 72.3% David G. Skehan (R) 27.7%
Robert Drinan Robert Drinan Robert Frederick Drinan, S.J. was a Roman Catholic Jesuit priest, lawyer, human rights activist, and Democratic U.S. Representative from Massachusetts...	Democratic	1970	Retired Democratic hold	Barney Frank Barney Frank Barney Frank is the U.S. Representative for . A member of the Democratic Party, he is the former chairman of the House Financial Services Committee and is considered the most prominent gay politician in the United States.Born and raised in New Jersey, Frank graduated from Harvard College and... (D) 51.9% Richard A. Jones (D) 48.1%
James Shannon James Shannon James Michael Shannon , also known as Jim Shannon, is a Democratic politician from Massachusetts. He served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1979 to 1985, and later as the Massachusetts Attorney General....	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	James Shannon James Shannon James Michael Shannon , also known as Jim Shannon, is a Democratic politician from Massachusetts. He served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1979 to 1985, and later as the Massachusetts Attorney General.... (D) 66.0% William C. Sawyer (R) 34.0%
Nicholas Mavroules Nicholas Mavroules Nicholas James Mavroules was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from Massachusetts who was jailed after pleading guilty to corruption charges....	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	Nicholas Mavroules Nicholas Mavroules Nicholas James Mavroules was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from Massachusetts who was jailed after pleading guilty to corruption charges.... (D) 50.8% Thomas H. Trimarco (R) 47.1% Donald B. Batchelder (Citizens) 1.5% Nelson F. Gonzalez (Socialist Workers Socialist Workers Party (United States) The Socialist Workers Party is a far-left political organization in the United States. The group places a priority on "solidarity work" to aid strikes and is strongly supportive of Cuba... ) 0.6%
Ed Markey Ed Markey Edward John "Ed" Markey is the U.S. Representative for , serving since 1976. He is a member of the Democratic Party. The district includes most of Boston's northern and western suburbs, such as Medford and Framingham. Markey is the Dean of both the Massachusetts and New England House delegations...	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Ed Markey Ed Markey Edward John "Ed" Markey is the U.S. Representative for , serving since 1976. He is a member of the Democratic Party. The district includes most of Boston's northern and western suburbs, such as Medford and Framingham. Markey is the Dean of both the Massachusetts and New England House delegations... (D) Unopposed
Tip O'Neill Tip O'Neill Thomas Phillip "Tip" O'Neill, Jr. was an American politician. O'Neill was an outspoken liberal Democrat and influential member of the U.S. Congress, serving in the House of Representatives for 34 years and representing two congressional districts in Massachusetts...	Democratic	1952	Re-elected	Tip O'Neill Tip O'Neill Thomas Phillip "Tip" O'Neill, Jr. was an American politician. O'Neill was an outspoken liberal Democrat and influential member of the U.S. Congress, serving in the House of Representatives for 34 years and representing two congressional districts in Massachusetts... (D) 78.4% William A. Barnstead (R) 21.6%
Joe Moakley Joe Moakley John Joseph "Joe" Moakley was a Democratic congressman from the Ninth District of Massachusetts, a seat held two years earlier by Speaker John William McCormack. Moakley was the last chairman of the U.S...	Democratic	1972	Re-elected	Joe Moakley Joe Moakley John Joseph "Joe" Moakley was a Democratic congressman from the Ninth District of Massachusetts, a seat held two years earlier by Speaker John William McCormack. Moakley was the last chairman of the U.S... (D) Unopposed
Margaret Heckler Margaret Heckler Margaret Mary Heckler is a Republican politician from Massachusetts who served in the United States House of Representatives for eight terms, from 1967 until 1983 and was later the Secretary of Health and Human Services and Ambassador to Ireland under President Ronald Reagan...	Republican	1966	Re-elected	Margaret Heckler Margaret Heckler Margaret Mary Heckler is a Republican politician from Massachusetts who served in the United States House of Representatives for eight terms, from 1967 until 1983 and was later the Secretary of Health and Human Services and Ambassador to Ireland under President Ronald Reagan... (R) 60.6% Robert E. McCarthy (D) 39.4%
Brian J. Donnelly Brian J. Donnelly Brian Joseph Donnelly of Dorchester, Boston was a U.S. Representative from Massachusetts from 1979 to 1993. He is a Democrat....	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	Brian J. Donnelly Brian J. Donnelly Brian Joseph Donnelly of Dorchester, Boston was a U.S. Representative from Massachusetts from 1979 to 1993. He is a Democrat.... (D) Unopposed
Gerry E. Studds	Democratic	1972	Re-elected	Gerry E. Studds (D) 73.2% Paul V. Doane (R) 26.8%

Michigan

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
John Conyers John Conyers John Conyers, Jr. is the U.S. Representative for , serving since 1965 . He is a member of the Democratic Party...	Democratic	1964	Re-elected	John Conyers John Conyers John Conyers, Jr. is the U.S. Representative for , serving since 1965 . He is a member of the Democratic Party... (D) 94.7% William M. Bell (R) 4.8% Thomas W. Jones (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 0.5%
Carl Pursell Carl Pursell Carl Duane Pursell was a politician from the U.S. state of Michigan.Pursell was born in Imlay City, Michigan and graduated from Plymouth High School, Plymouth, Michigan, in 1951. He worked in his father's business and served in the United States Army from 1957 to 1959...	Republican	1976	Re-elected	Carl Pursell Carl Pursell Carl Duane Pursell was a politician from the U.S. state of Michigan.Pursell was born in Imlay City, Michigan and graduated from Plymouth High School, Plymouth, Michigan, in 1951. He worked in his father's business and served in the United States Army from 1957 to 1959... (R) 57.3% Kathleen F. O'Reilly (D) 41.4% James L. Hudler (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 0.7% John L. Wagner (AI American Independent Party The American Independent Party is a right-wing political party of the United States that was established in 1967 by Bill and Eileen Shearer. In 1968, the American Independent Party nominated George C. Wallace as its presidential candidate and retired Air Force General Curtis E. LeMay as the vice... ) 0.6%
Howard Wolpe Howard Wolpe Howard Eliot Wolpe III was a seven-term U.S. Representative from Michigan and Presidential Special Envoy to the African Great Lakes Region in the Clinton Administration, where he led the United States delegation to the Arusha and Lusaka peace talks, which aimed to end civil wars in Burundi and the...	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	Howard Wolpe Howard Wolpe Howard Eliot Wolpe III was a seven-term U.S. Representative from Michigan and Presidential Special Envoy to the African Great Lakes Region in the Clinton Administration, where he led the United States delegation to the Arusha and Lusaka peace talks, which aimed to end civil wars in Burundi and the... (D) 52.0% James S. Gilmore (R) 47.2% Charles Todd (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 0.4% Susan K. Wells (AI American Independent Party The American Independent Party is a right-wing political party of the United States that was established in 1967 by Bill and Eileen Shearer. In 1968, the American Independent Party nominated George C. Wallace as its presidential candidate and retired Air Force General Curtis E. LeMay as the vice... ) 0.4%
David Stockman David Stockman David Alan Stockman is a former U.S. politician and businessman, serving as a Republican U.S. Representative from the state of Michigan and as the Director of the Office of Management and Budget ....	Republican	1976	Re-elected	David Stockman David Stockman David Alan Stockman is a former U.S. politician and businessman, serving as a Republican U.S. Representative from the state of Michigan and as the Director of the Office of Management and Budget .... (R) 74.7% Lyndon G. Furst (D) 24.0% Bruce A. Smith (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 0.8% Robert Drenkhahn (AI American Independent Party The American Independent Party is a right-wing political party of the United States that was established in 1967 by Bill and Eileen Shearer. In 1968, the American Independent Party nominated George C. Wallace as its presidential candidate and retired Air Force General Curtis E. LeMay as the vice... ) 0.5%
Harold S. Sawyer Harold S. Sawyer Harold Samuel Sawyer was a politician from the U.S. state of Michigan.Sawyer was born in San Francisco, California, and attended the public schools of the San Francisco Bay area. He graduated from Marin Junior College , Kentfield, California and from the University of California, Berkeley in 1940....	Republican	1976	Re-elected	Harold S. Sawyer Harold S. Sawyer Harold Samuel Sawyer was a politician from the U.S. state of Michigan.Sawyer was born in San Francisco, California, and attended the public schools of the San Francisco Bay area. He graduated from Marin Junior College , Kentfield, California and from the University of California, Berkeley in 1940.... (R) 53.2% Dale Robert Sprik (D) 45.8% Tom H. Smith (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 1.0%
Milton Robert Carr Milton Robert Carr Milton Robert Carr, commonly known as Bob Carr, is a lawyer and politician from the U.S. state of Michigan.Carr served in the U.S. House of Representatives from Michigan's 6th and 8th congressional districts for eight terms and one term, respectively. Carr's career in the U.S...	Democratic	1974	Lost re-election Republican gain	James Whitney Dunn James Whitney Dunn James Whitney Dunn is a politician and businessman in the U.S. state of Michigan. He served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1981 to 1983 before unsuccessfully seeking reelection. He also sought election to the United States Senate, losing to Democratic incumbent Carl Levin. He again ran... (R) 50.6% Milton Robert Carr (D) 49.4%
Dale E. Kildee Dale E. Kildee Dale Edward Kildee is the U.S. Representative for Michigan's 5th congressional district, serving since 1977. He is a member of the Democratic Party. The district includes Flint, Saginaw and Bay City...	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Dale E. Kildee Dale E. Kildee Dale Edward Kildee is the U.S. Representative for Michigan's 5th congressional district, serving since 1977. He is a member of the Democratic Party. The district includes Flint, Saginaw and Bay City... (D) 92.8% Dennis L. Berry (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 7.2%
J. Bob Traxler J. Bob Traxler Jerome Bob Traxler, also known as J. Bob Traxler or Bob Traxler, , was a politician from the U.S. state of Michigan....	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	J. Bob Traxler J. Bob Traxler Jerome Bob Traxler, also known as J. Bob Traxler or Bob Traxler, , was a politician from the U.S. state of Michigan.... (D) 60.7% Norman R. Hughes (R) 37.7% Sheila M. Hart (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 1.6%
Guy Vander Jagt Guy Vander Jagt Guy Adrian Vander Jagt was a Republican politician from Michigan. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives and Chairman of the National Republican Congressional Committee....	Republican	1966	Re-elected	Guy Vander Jagt Guy Vander Jagt Guy Adrian Vander Jagt was a Republican politician from Michigan. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives and Chairman of the National Republican Congressional Committee.... (R) 96.6% Marshall A. Tufts (AI American Independent Party The American Independent Party is a right-wing political party of the United States that was established in 1967 by Bill and Eileen Shearer. In 1968, the American Independent Party nominated George C. Wallace as its presidential candidate and retired Air Force General Curtis E. LeMay as the vice... ) 3.4%
Donald J. Albosta Donald J. Albosta Donald Joseph Albosta is a politician from the U.S. state of Michigan.Albosta was born in Saginaw, Michigan and attended Saginaw and Chesaning public schools. He graduated from Chesaning Agricultural School, and attended Delta College in Bay City.He served in the United States Navy, was a farmer,...	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	Donald J. Albosta Donald J. Albosta Donald Joseph Albosta is a politician from the U.S. state of Michigan.Albosta was born in Saginaw, Michigan and attended Saginaw and Chesaning public schools. He graduated from Chesaning Agricultural School, and attended Delta College in Bay City.He served in the United States Navy, was a farmer,... (D) 52.4% Richard J. Allen (R) 46.0% Frederick J. Dechow (R) 1.0% David Isaac (R) 0.5%
Robert William Davis Robert William Davis Robert William "Bob" Davis was an American politician from the state of Michigan. He represented the state's 11th congressional district, which at that time included the Upper Peninsula and a large portion of Northern Michigan, in the United States House of Representatives from 1979 until...	Republican	1978	Re-elected	Robert William Davis Robert William Davis Robert William "Bob" Davis was an American politician from the state of Michigan. He represented the state's 11th congressional district, which at that time included the Upper Peninsula and a large portion of Northern Michigan, in the United States House of Representatives from 1979 until... (R) 65.5% Dan Dorrity (D) 33.9% John C. Stariha (AI American Independent Party The American Independent Party is a right-wing political party of the United States that was established in 1967 by Bill and Eileen Shearer. In 1968, the American Independent Party nominated George C. Wallace as its presidential candidate and retired Air Force General Curtis E. LeMay as the vice... ) 0.6%
David E. Bonior David E. Bonior David Edward Bonior is an American politician from the US state of Michigan. First elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1976, Bonior served as Democratic whip in the House from 1991 to 2002, during which time Democrats were in both the majority and minority , making Bonior the third...	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	David E. Bonior David E. Bonior David Edward Bonior is an American politician from the US state of Michigan. First elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1976, Bonior served as Democratic whip in the House from 1991 to 2002, during which time Democrats were in both the majority and minority , making Bonior the third... (D) 55.3% Kirk Walsh (R) 44.7%
Charles Diggs Charles Diggs Charles Coles Diggs, Jr. was an African-American politician from the U.S. state of Michigan. Diggs was an early member of the civil rights movement, having been present at the murder trial of Emmett Till and elected the first chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus.Diggs resigned from the...	Democratic	1954	Resigned Democratic hold	George W. Crockett, Jr. (D) 91.5% M. Michael Hurd (R) 7.4% Robert W. Roddis (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 1.0%
Lucien N. Nedzi Lucien N. Nedzi Lucien Norbert Nedzi is a former Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from the State of Michigan....	Democratic	1961	Retired Democratic hold	Dennis M. Hertel Dennis M. Hertel Dennis Mark Hertel is a former a politician from the U.S. state of Michigan.Hertel was born in Detroit, Michigan, where he attended the public schools, graduating from Denby High School in 1967. He received a B.A. from Eastern Michigan University in 1971 and a J.D. from Wayne State University in... (D) 53.3% Vic Caputo (R) 46.2% John D. Litle (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 0.5%
William D. Ford William D. Ford William David Ford was a U.S. Representative from Michigan.Ford was born in Detroit and attended Henry Ford Trade School, Melvindale High School, Nebraska State Teachers College, and Wayne State University....	Democratic	1964	Re-elected	William D. Ford William D. Ford William David Ford was a U.S. Representative from Michigan.Ford was born in Detroit and attended Henry Ford Trade School, Melvindale High School, Nebraska State Teachers College, and Wayne State University.... (D) 67.7% Gerald R. Carlson (R) 31.6% Aldi C. Fuhrmann (AI American Independent Party The American Independent Party is a right-wing political party of the United States that was established in 1967 by Bill and Eileen Shearer. In 1968, the American Independent Party nominated George C. Wallace as its presidential candidate and retired Air Force General Curtis E. LeMay as the vice... ) 0.7%
John D. Dingell, Jr.	Democratic	1955	Re-elected	John D. Dingell, Jr. (D) 69.9% Pamella A. Seay (R) 28.2% R. Scott Davidson (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 1.2% Ronald Lee Slote (AI American Independent Party The American Independent Party is a right-wing political party of the United States that was established in 1967 by Bill and Eileen Shearer. In 1968, the American Independent Party nominated George C. Wallace as its presidential candidate and retired Air Force General Curtis E. LeMay as the vice... ) 0.7%
William M. Brodhead William M. Brodhead William McNulty Brodhead is a politician from the U.S. state of Michigan.Brodhead was born in Cleveland, Ohio and attended elementary and secondary schools in Cleveland. He received a B.A. from Wayne State University in Detroit, in 1965 and a J.D...	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	William M. Brodhead William M. Brodhead William McNulty Brodhead is a politician from the U.S. state of Michigan.Brodhead was born in Cleveland, Ohio and attended elementary and secondary schools in Cleveland. He received a B.A. from Wayne State University in Detroit, in 1965 and a J.D... (D) 73.1% L. Patterson (R) 25.4% William B. Krebaum (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 1.5%
James J. Blanchard	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	James J. Blanchard (D) 65.3% Betty J. Suida (R) 33.0% Bette Erwin (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 1.1% Howard L. Neal (AI American Independent Party The American Independent Party is a right-wing political party of the United States that was established in 1967 by Bill and Eileen Shearer. In 1968, the American Independent Party nominated George C. Wallace as its presidential candidate and retired Air Force General Curtis E. LeMay as the vice... ) 0.7%
William Broomfield William Broomfield William S. Broomfield, or Bill Broomfield, is a retired politician from the U.S. state of Michigan.-Early life:Broomfield was born in Royal Oak, Michigan. He graduated from high school in 1940 and attended Michigan State College at East Lansing. During the Second World War, he served in the...	Republican	1956	Re-elected	William Broomfield William Broomfield William S. Broomfield, or Bill Broomfield, is a retired politician from the U.S. state of Michigan.-Early life:Broomfield was born in Royal Oak, Michigan. He graduated from high school in 1940 and attended Michigan State College at East Lansing. During the Second World War, he served in the... (R) 72.7% Wayne E. Daniels (D) 25.9% Brian Wright (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 1.4%

Minnesota

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
Arlen Erdahl Arlen Erdahl Arlen Ingolf Erdahl served as a member of the Minnesota House of Representatives from 1963 to 1970, Minnesota Secretary of State from 1971 – 1975 and was a U.S. Representative from Minnesota, serving the first district from 1979 – 1983, in the 96th and 97th congresses.- Background :Arlen Ingolf...	Republican	1978	Re-elected	Arlen Erdahl Arlen Erdahl Arlen Ingolf Erdahl served as a member of the Minnesota House of Representatives from 1963 to 1970, Minnesota Secretary of State from 1971 – 1975 and was a U.S. Representative from Minnesota, serving the first district from 1979 – 1983, in the 96th and 97th congresses.- Background :Arlen Ingolf... (R) 71.8% Russell V. Smith (DFL) 28.2%
Tom Hagedorn Tom Hagedorn Thomas Michael Hagedorn was a Representative from Minnesota; born in Blue Earth, Faribault County, Minnesota, November 27, 1943; graduated from Blue Earth High School, 1961; served in United States Navy, 1961; engaged in grain and livestock farming, Watonwan County, Minnesota; member of the...	Republican	1974	Re-elected	Tom Hagedorn Tom Hagedorn Thomas Michael Hagedorn was a Representative from Minnesota; born in Blue Earth, Faribault County, Minnesota, November 27, 1943; graduated from Blue Earth High School, 1961; served in United States Navy, 1961; engaged in grain and livestock farming, Watonwan County, Minnesota; member of the... (R) 60.6% Harold J. Bergquist (DFL) 39.4%
Bill Frenzel Bill Frenzel William Eldridge "Bill" Frenzel is a former Republican Congressman from Minnesota, representing Minnesota's Third District, which included the southern and western suburbs of Minneapolis.- Early life and career :...	Republican	1970	Re-elected	Bill Frenzel Bill Frenzel William Eldridge "Bill" Frenzel is a former Republican Congressman from Minnesota, representing Minnesota's Third District, which included the southern and western suburbs of Minneapolis.- Early life and career :... (R) 75.6% Joel A. Saliterman (DFL) 24.4%
Bruce Vento Bruce Vento Bruce Frank Vento was an American politician, a Democratic-Farmer-Labor member of the United States House of Representatives from 1977 until his death in 2000...	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Bruce Vento Bruce Vento Bruce Frank Vento was an American politician, a Democratic-Farmer-Labor member of the United States House of Representatives from 1977 until his death in 2000... (DFL) 58.5% John Berg (R) 40.5% James Kendrick (Socialist Workers Socialist Workers Party (United States) The Socialist Workers Party is a far-left political organization in the United States. The group places a priority on "solidarity work" to aid strikes and is strongly supportive of Cuba... ) 1.0%
Martin Olav Sabo Martin Olav Sabo Martin Olav Sabo is an American politician and member of the Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party and a former United States Representative for , which includes Minneapolis; the district is one of eight congressional districts in Minnesota.Sabo was born of Norwegian immigrant parents in Crosby, North...	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	Martin Olav Sabo Martin Olav Sabo Martin Olav Sabo is an American politician and member of the Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party and a former United States Representative for , which includes Minneapolis; the district is one of eight congressional districts in Minnesota.Sabo was born of Norwegian immigrant parents in Crosby, North... (DFL) 70.1% John Doherty (R) 26.7% Jeffrey M. Miller (New Union) 1.4% Scott Wallace (Industrial Government) 0.9% Steve Thomas (Socialist Workers Socialist Workers Party (United States) The Socialist Workers Party is a far-left political organization in the United States. The group places a priority on "solidarity work" to aid strikes and is strongly supportive of Cuba... ) 0.9%
Richard Nolan Richard Nolan Richard Michael Nolan is running for United States Congress in the 8th district of Minnesota . He was a Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party U.S. Representative from Minnesota's 6th congressional district in the 94th, 95th, and 96th congresses,...	Democratic	1974	Retired Republican gain	Vin Weber Vin Weber John Vincent Weber is a former Republican Congressman from Minnesota. Weber attended the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities from 1970 to 1974. He had been the co-publisher of Murray County newspaper and the president of Weber Publishing Company... (R) 52.7% Archie Baumann (DFL) 47.3%
Arlan Stangeland Arlan Stangeland Arlan Ingehart Stangeland is an American politician from the U.S. state of Minnesota. As a Republican, Stangeland served on the Barnesville, Minnesota school board and as a member of the Minnesota House of Representatives before being elected to the U.S...	Republican	1977	Re-elected	Arlan Stangeland Arlan Stangeland Arlan Ingehart Stangeland is an American politician from the U.S. state of Minnesota. As a Republican, Stangeland served on the Barnesville, Minnesota school board and as a member of the Minnesota House of Representatives before being elected to the U.S... (R) 52.1% Gene Wenstrom (DFL) 47.9%
Jim Oberstar Jim Oberstar James Louis "Jim" Oberstar is a former U.S. Representative who served in the U.S. Congress from 1975 until 2011 as a member of the Minnesota Democratic–Farmer–Labor Party. He represented northeastern , which included the cities of Duluth, Brainerd, Grand Rapids, International Falls, and Hibbing...	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	Jim Oberstar Jim Oberstar James Louis "Jim" Oberstar is a former U.S. Representative who served in the U.S. Congress from 1975 until 2011 as a member of the Minnesota Democratic–Farmer–Labor Party. He represented northeastern , which included the cities of Duluth, Brainerd, Grand Rapids, International Falls, and Hibbing... (DFL) 70.4% Edward Fiore (R) 28.0% Ilona Gersh (Socialist Workers Socialist Workers Party (United States) The Socialist Workers Party is a far-left political organization in the United States. The group places a priority on "solidarity work" to aid strikes and is strongly supportive of Cuba... ) 1.6%

Mississippi

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
Jamie L. Whitten Jamie L. Whitten Jamie Lloyd Whitten was a United States Representative from Mississippi, who was of English and Swedish descent. He is the second-longest serving U.S. Representative ever and the fourth longest serving U.S. member of Congress ever.-Early life:Jamie Whitten was born in Cascilla, Mississippi...	Democratic	1941	Re-elected	Jamie L. Whitten Jamie L. Whitten Jamie Lloyd Whitten was a United States Representative from Mississippi, who was of English and Swedish descent. He is the second-longest serving U.S. Representative ever and the fourth longest serving U.S. member of Congress ever.-Early life:Jamie Whitten was born in Cascilla, Mississippi... (D) 63.0% Terrill K. Moffett (R) 37.0%
David R. Bowen David R. Bowen David Reece Bowen was a U.S. Representative from Mississippi.Born in Houston, Mississippi, Bowen graduated from Cleveland High School, 1950.He attended University of Missouri from 1950 to 1952....	Democratic	1972	Re-elected	David R. Bowen David R. Bowen David Reece Bowen was a U.S. Representative from Mississippi.Born in Houston, Mississippi, Bowen graduated from Cleveland High School, 1950.He attended University of Missouri from 1950 to 1952.... (D) 69.6% Frank Drake (R) 30.4%
Gillespie V. Montgomery Gillespie V. Montgomery Gillespie V. "Sonny" Montgomery was an American politician from Mississippi who served in the U.S. House of Representatives 1967–1997...	Democratic	1966	Re-elected	Gillespie V. Montgomery Gillespie V. Montgomery Gillespie V. "Sonny" Montgomery was an American politician from Mississippi who served in the U.S. House of Representatives 1967–1997... (D) Unopposed
Jon Hinson Jon Hinson Jon Clifton Hinson was a politician from the state of Mississippi.-Early life:Hinson was born in Tylertown, Mississippi and graduated from the University of Mississippi in Oxford. Hinson was an aide to Representatives Charles H...	Republican	1978	Re-elected	Jon Hinson Jon Hinson Jon Clifton Hinson was a politician from the state of Mississippi.-Early life:Hinson was born in Tylertown, Mississippi and graduated from the University of Mississippi in Oxford. Hinson was an aide to Representatives Charles H... (R) 39.0% Leslie Burl McLemore (I) 29.8% Britt R. Singletary (D) 29.4% John Wayne McInerney (I) 1.9%
Trent Lott Trent Lott Chester Trent Lott, Sr. , is a former United States Senator from Mississippi and has served in numerous leadership positions in the House of Representatives and the Senate....	Republican	1972	Re-elected	Trent Lott Trent Lott Chester Trent Lott, Sr. , is a former United States Senator from Mississippi and has served in numerous leadership positions in the House of Representatives and the Senate.... (R) 73.9% Jimmy McVeay (D) 26.1%

Missouri

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
Bill Clay Bill Clay William Lacy "Bill" Clay, Sr. is a politician from the state of Missouri. As Congressman from Missouri's First District, he represented portions of St. Louis in the U.S. House of Representatives for 32 years....	Democratic	1968	Re-elected	Bill Clay Bill Clay William Lacy "Bill" Clay, Sr. is a politician from the state of Missouri. As Congressman from Missouri's First District, he represented portions of St. Louis in the U.S. House of Representatives for 32 years.... (D) 70.2% Bill White (R) 29.8%
Robert A. Young Robert A. Young Robert A. Young III was a Democratic politician from the state of Missouri who served five terms in the US House of Representatives.-Education and family background:...	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Robert A. Young Robert A. Young Robert A. Young III was a Democratic politician from the state of Missouri who served five terms in the US House of Representatives.-Education and family background:... (D) 64.4% John O. Shields (R) 35.6%
Dick Gephardt Dick Gephardt Richard Andrew "Dick" Gephardt is a lobbyist and former prominent American politician of the Democratic Party. Gephardt served as a U.S. Representative from Missouri from January 3, 1977, until January 3, 2005, serving as House Majority Leader from 1989 to 1995, and as Minority Leader from 1995 to...	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Dick Gephardt Dick Gephardt Richard Andrew "Dick" Gephardt is a lobbyist and former prominent American politician of the Democratic Party. Gephardt served as a U.S. Representative from Missouri from January 3, 1977, until January 3, 2005, serving as House Majority Leader from 1989 to 1995, and as Minority Leader from 1995 to... (D) 77.6% Robert A. Cedarburg (R) 22.4%
Ike Skelton Ike Skelton Isaac Newton "Ike" Skelton IV is the former U.S. Representative for . During his tenure, he has served as the chairman of the House Armed Services Committee. He is a member for the Democratic Party...	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Ike Skelton Ike Skelton Isaac Newton "Ike" Skelton IV is the former U.S. Representative for . During his tenure, he has served as the chairman of the House Armed Services Committee. He is a member for the Democratic Party... (D) 67.8% Bill Baker (R) 32.2%
Richard Bolling	Democratic	1948	Re-elected	Richard Bolling (D) 70.1% Vincent E. Baker (R) 29.9%
Earl Thomas Coleman Earl Thomas Coleman Earl Thomas Coleman was a U.S. Congressman. He attended public schools and received a B.A. from William Jewell College in 1965 and an M.P.A. from New York University's, Wagner School of Public Service, in 1969. He also received a J.D. from Washington University in St. Louis in 1969...	Republican	1976	Re-elected	Earl Thomas Coleman Earl Thomas Coleman Earl Thomas Coleman was a U.S. Congressman. He attended public schools and received a B.A. from William Jewell College in 1965 and an M.P.A. from New York University's, Wagner School of Public Service, in 1969. He also received a J.D. from Washington University in St. Louis in 1969... (R) 70.6% Vernon King (D) 29.4%
Gene Taylor	Republican	1972	Re-elected	Gene Taylor (R) 67.8% Ken Young (D) 32.2%
Richard Howard Ichord, Jr.	Democratic	1960	Retired Republican gain	Wendell Bailey Wendell Bailey R. Wendell Bailey is an American politician from Missouri. He graduated from Southwest Missouri State University with a degree in Business Administration and owned an automobile dealership in Willow Springs.... (R) 57.1% Steve Gardner (D) 42.9%
Harold Volkmer Harold Volkmer Harold Lee Volkmer was an American politician from Missouri. He was a Democrat who served 20 years in the United States House of Representatives.-Early life and career:...	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Harold Volkmer Harold Volkmer Harold Lee Volkmer was an American politician from Missouri. He was a Democrat who served 20 years in the United States House of Representatives.-Early life and career:... (D) 56.5% John W. Turner (R) 43.5%
Bill Burlison	Democratic	1968	Lost re-election Republican gain	Bill Emerson Bill Emerson Norvell William "Bill" Emerson was an American politician from Missouri. He served in the United States House of Representatives from 1981 until his death in 1996. He was succeeded in the House by his widow, Jo Ann Emerson... (R) 55.2% Bill Burlison (D) 44.8%

Montana

District	Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
	John Patrick Williams John Patrick Williams John Patrick "Pat" Williams is a former Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from the state of Montana during the years 1979–1997....	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	John Patrick Williams John Patrick Williams John Patrick "Pat" Williams is a former Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from the state of Montana during the years 1979–1997.... (D) 61.4% John K. McDonald (R) 38.6%
	Ron Marlenee Ron Marlenee Ronald Charles "Ron" Marlenee is a Republican politician who served in the United States House of Representatives from the U.S. state of Montana from January 3, 1977 to January 3, 1993.He was born in Scobey, Montana....	Republican	1976	Re-elected	Ron Marlenee Ron Marlenee Ronald Charles "Ron" Marlenee is a Republican politician who served in the United States House of Representatives from the U.S. state of Montana from January 3, 1977 to January 3, 1993.He was born in Scobey, Montana.... (R) 59.1% Thomas G. Monahan (D) 40.9%

Nebraska

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
Doug Bereuter Doug Bereuter Douglas Kent "Doug" Bereuter is a retired Republican politician from Nebraska. He served in the United States House of Representatives from 1979 until 2004.-Early life:Bereuter was born in York, Nebraska and reared in Utica, Nebraska...	Republican	1978	Re-elected	Doug Bereuter Doug Bereuter Douglas Kent "Doug" Bereuter is a retired Republican politician from Nebraska. He served in the United States House of Representatives from 1979 until 2004.-Early life:Bereuter was born in York, Nebraska and reared in Utica, Nebraska... (R) 78.7% Rex S. Story (D) 21.3%
John Joseph Cavanaugh	Democratic	1976	Retired Republican gain	Hal Daub Hal Daub Harold John "Hal" Daub, Jr. is a politician and lawyer affiliated with the Republican Party.-Background:... (R) 53.1% Richard M. Fellman (D) 43.8% Susan K. Putney (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 3.1%
Virginia D. Smith	Republican	1974	Re-elected	Virginia D. Smith (R) 83.9% Stan Ditus (D) 16.1%

Nevada

District	Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
	James David Santini James David Santini James David Santini was a United States Representative from Nevada.Santini was born in Reno, Nevada attended the University of Nevada, Reno where he was a member of Alpha Tau Omega fraternity. He was a lawyer before entering politics. He was elected to the US House in 1974, easily unseating...	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	James David Santini James David Santini James David Santini was a United States Representative from Nevada.Santini was born in Reno, Nevada attended the University of Nevada, Reno where he was a member of Alpha Tau Omega fraternity. He was a lawyer before entering politics. He was elected to the US House in 1974, easily unseating... (D) 70.0% Vince Saunders (R) 26.8% Harry Joe Mangrum (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 3.3%

New Hampshire

District	Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
	Norman D'Amours Norman D'Amours Norman Edward D'Amours was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New Hampshire from 1975 to 1985, where he was an active participant on issues related to banking and finance. Mr. D'Amours remains active in New Hampshire and national politics...	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	Norman D'Amours Norman D'Amours Norman Edward D'Amours was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New Hampshire from 1975 to 1985, where he was an active participant on issues related to banking and finance. Mr. D'Amours remains active in New Hampshire and national politics... (D) 60.8% Marshall W. Cobleigh (R) 39.2%
	James Colgate Cleveland James Colgate Cleveland James Colgate Cleveland was an American politician in the Republican party. He served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1963 until 1981....	Republican	1962	Retired Republican hold	Judd Gregg Judd Gregg Judd Alan Gregg is a former Governor of New Hampshire and former United States Senator from New Hampshire, who served as chairman of the Senate Budget Committee. He is a member of the Republican Party and was a businessman and attorney in Nashua before entering politics... (R) 64.1% Maurice L. Arel (D) 35.9%

New Jersey

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
James J. Florio	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	James J. Florio (D) 76.7% Scott L. Sibert (R) 21.9% Thomas S. Watson, Jr. (I) 0.7% Ronald K. Wishart (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 0.5% Julius Levin (Soc-Lab Socialist Labor Party of America The Socialist Labor Party of America , established in 1876 as the Workingmen's Party, is the oldest socialist political party in the United States and the second oldest socialist party in the world. Originally known as the Workingmen's Party of America, the party changed its name in 1877 and has... ) 0.1%
William J. Hughes William J. Hughes William John "Bill" Hughes served as a Democratic Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from 1975 to 1995, representing New Jersey’s Second Congressional District which includes major portions of the Jersey Shore and Pine Barrens, the cities of Vineland and Atlantic City, and the counties...	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	William J. Hughes William J. Hughes William John "Bill" Hughes served as a Democratic Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from 1975 to 1995, representing New Jersey’s Second Congressional District which includes major portions of the Jersey Shore and Pine Barrens, the cities of Vineland and Atlantic City, and the counties... (D) 57.5% Beech N. Fox (R) 41.2% Robert C. Rothhouse (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 1.0% Adele Frisch (Soc-Lab Socialist Labor Party of America The Socialist Labor Party of America , established in 1876 as the Workingmen's Party, is the oldest socialist political party in the United States and the second oldest socialist party in the world. Originally known as the Workingmen's Party of America, the party changed its name in 1877 and has... ) 0.4%
James J. Howard James J. Howard James John Howard was an American educator and Democratic Party politician who represented in the United States House of Representatives from 1965–1988.-Biography:...	Democratic	1964	Re-elected	James J. Howard James J. Howard James John Howard was an American educator and Democratic Party politician who represented in the United States House of Representatives from 1965–1988.-Biography:... (D) 49.9% Marie Sheehan Muhler (R) 49.0% Tom Palven (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 0.7% Lawrence D. Erickson (S Socialist Party of America The Socialist Party of America was a multi-tendency democratic-socialist political party in the United States, formed in 1901 by a merger between the three-year-old Social Democratic Party of America and disaffected elements of the Socialist Labor Party which had split from the main organization... ) 0.3% L. James Wilson (I) 0.1%
Frank Thompson Frank Thompson Frank Thompson, Jr. was a Democratic Party politician from New Jersey. Thompson represented in the United States House of Representatives from 1955 to 1980....	Democratic	1954	Lost re-election Republican gain	Christopher H. Smith (R) 56.6% Frank Thompson (D) 40.6% Jack Moyers (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 1.7% Paul B. Rizzo (I) 1.1%
Millicent Fenwick Millicent Fenwick Millicent Hammond Fenwick was an American fashion editor, politician and diplomat. A four-term Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New Jersey, she entered politics late in life and was renowned for her energy and colorful enthusiasm...	Republican	1974	Re-elected	Millicent Fenwick Millicent Fenwick Millicent Hammond Fenwick was an American fashion editor, politician and diplomat. A four-term Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New Jersey, she entered politics late in life and was renowned for her energy and colorful enthusiasm... (R) 77.5% Kieran E. Pillion, Jr. (D) 20.5% Carl R. Samson (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 1.2% Jasper C. Gould (I) 0.8%
Edwin B. Forsythe Edwin B. Forsythe Edwin Bell Forsythe was an American Republican Party politician, who represented New Jersey in the United States House of Representatives.-Biography:...	Republican	1970	Re-elected	Edwin B. Forsythe Edwin B. Forsythe Edwin Bell Forsythe was an American Republican Party politician, who represented New Jersey in the United States House of Representatives.-Biography:... (R) 56.3% Lewis M. Weinstein (D) 41.3% Virginia A. Flynn (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 1.0% John Kinnevy III (Citizens) 0.8% Donald L. Smith (Const Constitution Party (United States) The Constitution Party is a paleoconservative political party in the United States. It was founded as the U.S. Taxpayers' Party by Howard Philips in 1991. Phillips was the party's candidate in the 1992, 1996 and 2000 presidential elections... ) 0.3% Bernardo S. Doganiero (Soc-Lab Socialist Labor Party of America The Socialist Labor Party of America , established in 1876 as the Workingmen's Party, is the oldest socialist political party in the United States and the second oldest socialist party in the world. Originally known as the Workingmen's Party of America, the party changed its name in 1877 and has... ) 0.2%
Andrew Maguire Andrew Maguire Gene Andrew Maguire is the Executive Director of The GAVI Fund's Immunize Every Child Campaign. He was a Democratic politician who represented New Jersey's 7th congressional district from 1975 to 1981.-Biography:...	Democratic	1974	Lost re-election Republican gain	Marge Roukema Marge Roukema Margaret Scafati "Marge" Roukema represented New Jersey in the U.S. House of Representatives for twenty-two years as a Republican. No woman has served in Congress from New Jersey since Roukema left office.... (R) 50.7% Andrew Maguire (D) 46.5% Patrick Randazzo (Pro-Life) 1.7% Robert Shapiro (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 0.8% Martin E. Wendelken (I) 0.3%
Robert A. Roe Robert A. Roe Robert A. Roe is an American Democratic Party politician who represented New Jersey in the United States House of Representatives for over twenty-three years, serving from November 4, 1969 to January 3, 1993....	Democratic	1970	Re-elected	Robert A. Roe Robert A. Roe Robert A. Roe is an American Democratic Party politician who represented New Jersey in the United States House of Representatives for over twenty-three years, serving from November 4, 1969 to January 3, 1993.... (D) 67.2% William R. Cleveland (R) 31.4% Donna Rabel (Soc-Lab Socialist Labor Party of America The Socialist Labor Party of America , established in 1876 as the Workingmen's Party, is the oldest socialist political party in the United States and the second oldest socialist party in the world. Originally known as the Workingmen's Party of America, the party changed its name in 1877 and has... ) 0.9% Michael Horowitz (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 0.6%
Harold C. Hollenbeck Harold C. Hollenbeck Harold Capistran Hollenbeck is an American Republican Party politician who represented in the United States House of Representatives from 1977 to 1983....	Republican	1976	Re-elected	Harold C. Hollenbeck Harold C. Hollenbeck Harold Capistran Hollenbeck is an American Republican Party politician who represented in the United States House of Representatives from 1977 to 1983.... (R) 59.1% Gabriel M. Ambrosio (D) 38.3% Henry Koch (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 1.2% Herbert H. Shaw (I) 0.8% Edward G. Davis (Citizens) 0.6%
Peter W. Rodino, Jr.	Democratic	1948	Re-elected	Peter W. Rodino, Jr. (D) 85.3% Everett J. Jennings (R) 13.2% Christine Keno (Human Rights) 0.6% Frankie Lee Scott (I) 0.3% Ronald Penque (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 0.3% Christine Hildebrand (Socialist Workers Socialist Workers Party (United States) The Socialist Workers Party is a far-left political organization in the United States. The group places a priority on "solidarity work" to aid strikes and is strongly supportive of Cuba... ) 0.2%
Joseph G. Minish	Democratic	1962	Re-elected	Joseph G. Minish (D) 63.0% Robert A. Davis (R) 34.3% Jon Britton (Socialist Workers Socialist Workers Party (United States) The Socialist Workers Party is a far-left political organization in the United States. The group places a priority on "solidarity work" to aid strikes and is strongly supportive of Cuba... ) 1.0% Robert G. Trugman (I) 1.0% Richard S. Roth (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 0.8%
Matthew John Rinaldo Matthew John Rinaldo Matthew John "Matt" Rinaldo was an American Republican Party politician who represented New Jersey in the United States House of Representatives for twenty years in the 12th congressional district and in the 7th congressional district .Born in Elizabeth, New Jersey, Rinaldo received a B.S...	Republican	1972	Re-elected	Matthew John Rinaldo Matthew John Rinaldo Matthew John "Matt" Rinaldo was an American Republican Party politician who represented New Jersey in the United States House of Representatives for twenty years in the 12th congressional district and in the 7th congressional district .Born in Elizabeth, New Jersey, Rinaldo received a B.S... (R) 77.1% Rose Zeidwerg Monyek (D) 20.9% David-Leif Jensen (I) 1.3% William Vandersteel (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 0.6%
James A. Courter	Republican	1978	Re-elected	James A. Courter (R) 71.6% Dave Stickle (D) 26.4% John S. Schafer (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 2.0%
Frank Joseph Guarini Frank Joseph Guarini Frank Joseph Guarini is an American Democratic Party politician, who represented New Jersey in the United States House of Representatives, where he represented the now-defunct Fourteenth Congressional District from 1979 to 1993.Guarini graduated from Lincoln High School in 1942...	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	Frank Joseph Guarini Frank Joseph Guarini Frank Joseph Guarini is an American Democratic Party politician, who represented New Jersey in the United States House of Representatives, where he represented the now-defunct Fourteenth Congressional District from 1979 to 1993.Guarini graduated from Lincoln High School in 1942... (D) 64.2% Dennis Teti (R) 33.7% Jonathan Steele (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 1.3% Kenneth Famularo (I) 0.8%
Edward J. Patten Edward J. Patten Edward James Patten was an American lawyer and politician. Patten, a Democrat, represented the now-redistricted New Jersey's 15th congressional district in the United States House of Representatives for seventeen years, lasting from 1963 until 1980.-Background:Patten was born and attended public...	Democratic	1962	Retired Democratic hold	Bernard J. Dwyer Bernard J. Dwyer Bernard James Dwyer was an American Democratic Party politician, who served as a United States Representative from New Jersey from 1981 to 1993.-Biography:... (D) 53.4% William J. O'Sullivan, Jr. (R) 43.8% Ira W. Mintz (I) 1.7% Charles Hart (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 1.1%

New Mexico

District	Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
	Manuel Lujan, Jr.	Republican	1968	Re-elected	Manuel Lujan, Jr. (R) 51.0% Bill Richardson (D) 49.0%
	Harold L. Runnels Harold L. Runnels Harold Lowell Runnels was a U.S. Representative from New Mexico.Runnels attended Dallas public schools and Cameron State Agricultural College in Lawton, Oklahoma. He was employed by the Federal Bureau of Investigation in Washington D.C. in 1942. From 1945 to 1951, Runnels was a manager for the...	Democratic	1970	Died in office Republican gain	Joe Skeen (R) 38.0% David W. King (D) 34.0% Dorothy Runnels (I) 28.0%

New York

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
William Carney William Carney William Carney is a Republican and former member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.Carney was born in Brooklyn. From 1960 until 1961 he attended Florida State University. He served in the United States Army Medical Corps from 1961 until 1964. He was a member of the...	Republican	1978	Re-elected	William Carney William Carney William Carney is a Republican and former member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.Carney was born in Brooklyn. From 1960 until 1961 he attended Florida State University. He served in the United States Army Medical Corps from 1961 until 1964. He was a member of the... (R) 56.3% Thomas A. Twomey (D) 41.9% Richard M. Cummings (Lib Liberal Party of New York The Liberal Party of New York is a minor American political party that has been active only in the state of New York. Its platform supports a standard set of social liberal policies: it supports right to abortion, increased spending on education, and universal health care.As of 2007, the Liberal... ) 1.8%
Thomas J. Downey	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	Thomas J. Downey (D) 56.3% Louis J. Modica (R) 43.7%
Jerome A. Ambro, Jr.	Democratic	1974	Lost re-election Republican gain	Gregory W. Carman Gregory W. Carman Gregory Wright Carman is a federal judge serving on the United States Court of International Trade and was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.... (R) 50.1% Jerome A. Ambro, Jr. (D) 47.5% John T. Meehan (Lib Liberal Party of New York The Liberal Party of New York is a minor American political party that has been active only in the state of New York. Its platform supports a standard set of social liberal policies: it supports right to abortion, increased spending on education, and universal health care.As of 2007, the Liberal... ) 2.5%
Norman F. Lent Norman F. Lent Norman Frederick Lent is a former Republican-Conservative member of the United States House of Representatives from New York....	Republican	1970	Re-elected	Norman F. Lent Norman F. Lent Norman Frederick Lent is a former Republican-Conservative member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.... (R) 66.8% Charles F. Brennan (D) 33.2%
John W. Wydler John W. Wydler John Waldemar Wydler was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.Wydler was born in Brooklyn. He served in the United States Army Air Corps from 1942 until 1945. He graduated from Brown University in 1947 and Harvard University Law School in 1950...	Republican	1962	Retired Republican hold	Raymond J. McGrath Raymond J. McGrath Raymond Joseph McGrath is a former member of the United States House of Representatives. He was a Republican from New York.... (R) 57.7% Karen S. Burstein (D) 42.3%
Lester L. Wolff Lester L. Wolff Lester Lionel Wolff was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.Wolff was born in New York City and lectured at New York University from 1939 until 1941 after studying there. He served in the Civil Air Patrol from 1945 until 1950 and from 1968 until 1980...	Democratic	1964	Lost re-election Republican gain	John LeBoutillier John LeBoutillier John LeBoutillier is an American political columnist, pundit, and former Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.-Education:... (R) 52.8% Lester L. Wolff (D) 47.2%
Joseph P. Addabbo	Democratic	1960	Re-elected	Joseph P. Addabbo (D) 95.3% Francis A. Lees (Con Conservative Party of New York The Conservative Party of New York State is an American political party active in the state of New York. It is not part of any nationwide party, nor is it affiliated with the American Conservative Party, which it predates by over 40 years.... ) 4.7%
Benjamin Stanley Rosenthal Benjamin Stanley Rosenthal Benjamin Stanley Rosenthal , a Representative from New York, was born in New York City . He attended public schools , Long Island University, and City College. He served in the United States Army, 1943–1946, and received his LL.B. from Brooklyn Law School as well as an LL.M. from New York...	Democratic	1962	Re-elected	Benjamin Stanley Rosenthal Benjamin Stanley Rosenthal Benjamin Stanley Rosenthal , a Representative from New York, was born in New York City . He attended public schools , Long Island University, and City College. He served in the United States Army, 1943–1946, and received his LL.B. from Brooklyn Law School as well as an LL.M. from New York... (D) 75.6% Albert Lemishow (R) 24.4%
Geraldine Ferraro Geraldine Ferraro Geraldine Anne Ferraro was an American attorney, a Democratic Party politician, and a member of the United States House of Representatives. She was the first female Vice Presidential candidate representing a major American political party....	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	Geraldine Ferraro Geraldine Ferraro Geraldine Anne Ferraro was an American attorney, a Democratic Party politician, and a member of the United States House of Representatives. She was the first female Vice Presidential candidate representing a major American political party.... (D) 58.3% Vito P. Battista (R) 40.7% Gertrude Geniale (Lib Liberal Party of New York The Liberal Party of New York is a minor American political party that has been active only in the state of New York. Its platform supports a standard set of social liberal policies: it supports right to abortion, increased spending on education, and universal health care.As of 2007, the Liberal... ) 1.0%
Mario Biaggi Mario Biaggi Mario Biaggi is a former U.S. Representative from New York and former New York City police officer. He was elected as a Democrat from The Bronx in New York City...	Democratic	1968	Re-elected	Mario Biaggi Mario Biaggi Mario Biaggi is a former U.S. Representative from New York and former New York City police officer. He was elected as a Democrat from The Bronx in New York City... (D) 94.5% Joseph P. Cavanna (Con Conservative Party of New York The Conservative Party of New York State is an American political party active in the state of New York. It is not part of any nationwide party, nor is it affiliated with the American Conservative Party, which it predates by over 40 years.... ) 3.9% Michael F. Mari (Right to Life) 1.6%
James H. Scheuer James H. Scheuer James Haas Scheuer was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New York. He was also affiliated with the Liberal Party of New York.-Family and education:...	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	James H. Scheuer James H. Scheuer James Haas Scheuer was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New York. He was also affiliated with the Liberal Party of New York.-Family and education:... (D) 74.1% Andrew E. Carlan (R) 25.9%
Shirley Chisholm Shirley Chisholm Shirley Anita St. Hill Chisholm was an American politician, educator, and author. She was a Congresswoman, representing New York's 12th Congressional District for seven terms from 1969 to 1983. In 1968, she became the first black woman elected to Congress...	Democratic	1968	Re-elected	Shirley Chisholm Shirley Chisholm Shirley Anita St. Hill Chisholm was an American politician, educator, and author. She was a Congresswoman, representing New York's 12th Congressional District for seven terms from 1969 to 1983. In 1968, she became the first black woman elected to Congress... (D) 87.1% Charles Gibbs (R) 8.3% Ralph J. Carrano (Con Conservative Party of New York The Conservative Party of New York State is an American political party active in the state of New York. It is not part of any nationwide party, nor is it affiliated with the American Conservative Party, which it predates by over 40 years.... ) 3.3% Joseph Caesar (Right to Life) 1.3%
Stephen J. Solarz Stephen J. Solarz Stephen Joshua Solarz was a United States Congressional Representative from New York. Solarz was both an outspoken critic of President Ronald Reagan's deployment of Marines to Lebanon in 1982 and a cosponsor of the 1991 Gulf War Authorization Act during the Presidency of George H. W...	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	Stephen J. Solarz Stephen J. Solarz Stephen Joshua Solarz was a United States Congressional Representative from New York. Solarz was both an outspoken critic of President Ronald Reagan's deployment of Marines to Lebanon in 1982 and a cosponsor of the 1991 Gulf War Authorization Act during the Presidency of George H. W... (D) 79.4% Harry DeMell (R) 18.9% Brendan J. Connolly (Right to Life) 1.6%
Fred Richmond Fred Richmond Frederick William Richmond is a former Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.-Biography:...	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	Fred Richmond Fred Richmond Frederick William Richmond is a former Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.-Biography:... (D) 76.1% Christopher Lovell (R) 14.0% Moses S. Harris (I) 7.0% Keith E. Jones (Socialist Workers Socialist Workers Party (United States) The Socialist Workers Party is a far-left political organization in the United States. The group places a priority on "solidarity work" to aid strikes and is strongly supportive of Cuba... ) 1.8% Roy G. McKenzie (Right to Life) 1.1%
Leo C. Zeferetti Leo C. Zeferetti Leo C. Zeferetti was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New York. Born in Brooklyn, New York, he attended public schools in Brooklyn, New York University in 1963, and Baruch College from 1964 until 1966...	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	Leo C. Zeferetti Leo C. Zeferetti Leo C. Zeferetti was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New York. Born in Brooklyn, New York, he attended public schools in Brooklyn, New York University in 1963, and Baruch College from 1964 until 1966... (D) 50.2% Paul M. Atanasio (R) 46.9% Peter A. McNeill (Lib Liberal Party of New York The Liberal Party of New York is a minor American political party that has been active only in the state of New York. Its platform supports a standard set of social liberal policies: it supports right to abortion, increased spending on education, and universal health care.As of 2007, the Liberal... ) 2.9%
Elizabeth Holtzman Elizabeth Holtzman Elizabeth Holtzman is an American lawyer and former Democratic politician, pioneer woman officeholder, four term U.S. Representative , two term District Attorney of Kings County , and New York City Comptroller .Her role on the House Judiciary Committee during the Watergate scandal drew national...	Democratic	1972	Retired to run for U. S. Senate United States Senate elections, 1980 The 1980 U.S. Senate elections coincided with Ronald Reagan's election to the Presidency. Reagan's large margin of victory over incumbent Jimmy Carter pulled in many Democratic voters and gave a huge boost to Republican senate candidates.... Democratic hold	Chuck Schumer (D) 77.5% Theodore Silverman (R) 19.6% Mary B. Spaulding (Right to Life) 2.9%
John M. Murphy John M. Murphy John Michael Murphy is a former Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New York.He was born in Staten Island, New York City, New York and attended La Salle Military Academy, Amherst College, and the United States Military Academy in West Point.He served in the U.S...	Democratic	1962	Lost re-election Republican gain	Guy V. Molinari (R) 47.8% John M. Murphy (D) 35.0% Mary T. Codd (Lib Liberal Party of New York The Liberal Party of New York is a minor American political party that has been active only in the state of New York. Its platform supports a standard set of social liberal policies: it supports right to abortion, increased spending on education, and universal health care.As of 2007, the Liberal... ) 17.2%
S. William Green S. William Green Sedgwick William "Bill" Green was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York....	Republican	1978	Re-elected	S. William Green S. William Green Sedgwick William "Bill" Green was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.... (R) 56.7% Mark J. Green (D) 42.7% Arthur L. Washburn, Jr. (Right to Life) 0.7%
Charles B. Rangel Charles B. Rangel Charles Bernard "Charlie" Rangel is the U.S. Representative for , serving since 1971. A member of the Democratic Party, he is the third-longest currently serving member of the House of Representatives. As its most senior member, he is also the Dean of New York's congressional delegation...	Democratic	1970	Re-elected	Charles B. Rangel Charles B. Rangel Charles Bernard "Charlie" Rangel is the U.S. Representative for , serving since 1971. A member of the Democratic Party, he is the third-longest currently serving member of the House of Representatives. As its most senior member, he is also the Dean of New York's congressional delegation... (D) 96.2% Marjorie Garvey (Con Conservative Party of New York The Conservative Party of New York State is an American political party active in the state of New York. It is not part of any nationwide party, nor is it affiliated with the American Conservative Party, which it predates by over 40 years.... ) 3.0% Reba Williams Dixon (Socialist Workers Socialist Workers Party (United States) The Socialist Workers Party is a far-left political organization in the United States. The group places a priority on "solidarity work" to aid strikes and is strongly supportive of Cuba... ) 0.8%
Theodore S. Weiss Theodore S. Weiss Theodore S. "Ted" Weiss was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New York....	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Theodore S. Weiss Theodore S. Weiss Theodore S. "Ted" Weiss was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.... (D) 82.4% James E. Greene (R) 14.6% David I. Caplan (Con Conservative Party of New York The Conservative Party of New York State is an American political party active in the state of New York. It is not part of any nationwide party, nor is it affiliated with the American Conservative Party, which it predates by over 40 years.... ) 2.1% Robert E. Massi (Soc-Lab Socialist Labor Party of America The Socialist Labor Party of America , established in 1876 as the Workingmen's Party, is the oldest socialist political party in the United States and the second oldest socialist party in the world. Originally known as the Workingmen's Party of America, the party changed its name in 1877 and has... ) 0.8%
Robert Garcia Robert Garcia is a video game character created by SNK Playmore, formerly known as SNK. Robert stars in the fighting video game Art of Fighting as the lead character along his best friend Ryo Sakazaki. The game features both of them as practitioners of the Kyokugenryu Karate fighting who search for Ryo's younger...	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	Robert Garcia Robert Garcia is a video game character created by SNK Playmore, formerly known as SNK. Robert stars in the fighting video game Art of Fighting as the lead character along his best friend Ryo Sakazaki. The game features both of them as practitioners of the Kyokugenryu Karate fighting who search for Ryo's younger... (D) 98.2% Loidis R. Cordero (Right to Life) 1.0% Gina A. Aceto (Con Conservative Party of New York The Conservative Party of New York State is an American political party active in the state of New York. It is not part of any nationwide party, nor is it affiliated with the American Conservative Party, which it predates by over 40 years.... ) 0.8%
Jonathan Brewster Bingham Jonathan Brewster Bingham Jonathan Brewster Bingham was an American politician and diplomat...	Democratic	1964	Re-elected	Jonathan Brewster Bingham Jonathan Brewster Bingham Jonathan Brewster Bingham was an American politician and diplomat... (D) 83.9% Robert Black (R) 12.6% James J. Whalen (Con Conservative Party of New York The Conservative Party of New York State is an American political party active in the state of New York. It is not part of any nationwide party, nor is it affiliated with the American Conservative Party, which it predates by over 40 years.... ) 3.5%
Peter A. Peyser Peter A. Peyser Peter A. Peyser was a United States Representative from New York, serving from 1971 to 1977 as a Republican and from 1979 to 1983 as a Democrat.-Early life:He was born in Cedarhurst, Long Island and grew up there and in Manhattan...	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	Peter A. Peyser Peter A. Peyser Peter A. Peyser was a United States Representative from New York, serving from 1971 to 1977 as a Republican and from 1979 to 1983 as a Democrat.-Early life:He was born in Cedarhurst, Long Island and grew up there and in Manhattan... (D) 56.2% Andrew A. Albanese (R) 43.8%
Richard Ottinger Richard Ottinger Richard Ottinger is an American politician of the Democratic Party, a former member of the United States House of Representatives, and a legal educator.-Early years:...	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	Richard Ottinger Richard Ottinger Richard Ottinger is an American politician of the Democratic Party, a former member of the United States House of Representatives, and a legal educator.-Early years:... (D) 59.4% Joseph W. Christiana (R) 39.6% Richard O. Reyes (Lib Liberal Party of New York The Liberal Party of New York is a minor American political party that has been active only in the state of New York. Its platform supports a standard set of social liberal policies: it supports right to abortion, increased spending on education, and universal health care.As of 2007, the Liberal... ) 1.0%
Hamilton Fish, Jr.	Republican	1968	Re-elected	Hamilton Fish, Jr. (R) 81.0% Gunars M. Ozols (D) 19.0%
Benjamin A. Gilman Benjamin A. Gilman Benjamin Arthur "Ben" Gilman is a former Republican United States Representative from New York. Born in Poughkeepsie, New York, Gilman graduated from Middletown High School in Middletown, New York in 1941 and received a B.S. from the Wharton School Finance at the University of Pennsylvania in...	Republican	1972	Re-elected	Benjamin A. Gilman Benjamin A. Gilman Benjamin Arthur "Ben" Gilman is a former Republican United States Representative from New York. Born in Poughkeepsie, New York, Gilman graduated from Middletown High School in Middletown, New York in 1941 and received a B.S. from the Wharton School Finance at the University of Pennsylvania in... (R) 74.3% Eugene R. Victor (D) 20.3% Edmond W. Farrell (Right to Life) 4.7% Tom Goonan (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 0.7%
Matthew F. McHugh Matthew F. McHugh Matthew Francis McHugh is a former Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.McHugh was born in Philadelphia, but spent most of his adult life in New York City. He attended Brooklyn Technical High School and Mount St. Mary's University, from which he earned his...	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	Matthew F. McHugh Matthew F. McHugh Matthew Francis McHugh is a former Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.McHugh was born in Philadelphia, but spent most of his adult life in New York City. He attended Brooklyn Technical High School and Mount St. Mary's University, from which he earned his... (D) 55.0% Neil Tyler Wallace (R) 44.0% Louis F. Muenkel (Right to Life) 0.9%
Samuel S. Stratton	Democratic	1958	Re-elected	Samuel S. Stratton (D) 77.9% Frank Wicks (R) 17.8% Mary A. Bradt (Con Conservative Party of New York The Conservative Party of New York State is an American political party active in the state of New York. It is not part of any nationwide party, nor is it affiliated with the American Conservative Party, which it predates by over 40 years.... ) 3.7% Patricia Mayberry (Socialist Workers Socialist Workers Party (United States) The Socialist Workers Party is a far-left political organization in the United States. The group places a priority on "solidarity work" to aid strikes and is strongly supportive of Cuba... ) 0.6%
Gerald B. H. Solomon	Republican	1978	Re-elected	Gerald B. H. Solomon (R) 66.7% Rodger L. Hurley (D) 33.3%
Robert C. McEwen Robert C. McEwen Robert Cameron McEwen was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.-Biography:...	Republican	1964	Retired Republican hold	David O'Brien Martin (R) 63.8% Mary Anne Krupsack (D) 31.6% John R. Zagame (Right to Life) 4.6%
Donald J. Mitchell Donald J. Mitchell Donald Jerome Mitchell served as a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York, 1973-1983.-Early life:Donald J...	Republican	1972	Re-elected	Donald J. Mitchell Donald J. Mitchell Donald Jerome Mitchell served as a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York, 1973-1983.-Early life:Donald J... (R) 77.5% Irving A. Schwartz (D) 22.5%
James M. Hanley James M. Hanley James Michael Hanley was an American politician. He represented New York in the House of Representatives from 1965 to 1981. He was a Democrat.-External links:...	Democratic	1964	Retired Republican gain	George C. Wortley George C. Wortley George Cornelius Wortley was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.Wortley was born in Syracuse, New York and graduated from Syracuse University in 1948. Wortley is a brother of the Gamma-Iota chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity. He was elected to... (R) 60.4% Jeffrey S. Brooks (D) 31.6% Peter Del Giorno (Right to Life) 6.7% James Northrup (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 1.3%
Gary A. Lee Gary A. Lee Gary Alcide Lee was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.Lee was born in Buffalo, New York. He served in the United States Navy from 1952 until 1956. He graduated from Colgate University in 1960. He was a member of the New York State Assembly from 1975...	Republican	1978	Re-elected	Gary A. Lee Gary A. Lee Gary Alcide Lee was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.Lee was born in Buffalo, New York. He served in the United States Navy from 1952 until 1956. He graduated from Colgate University in 1960. He was a member of the New York State Assembly from 1975... (R) 75.8% Dolores M. Reed (D) 22.6% William L. Jones (Right to Life) 1.7%
Frank Horton	Republican	1962	Re-elected	Frank Horton (R) 72.9% James Toole (D) 20.7% Clyde O. Benoy (Con Conservative Party of New York The Conservative Party of New York State is an American political party active in the state of New York. It is not part of any nationwide party, nor is it affiliated with the American Conservative Party, which it predates by over 40 years.... ) 3.2% William Bastuk (Right to Life) 1.7% David D. Hoesly (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 1.4%
Barber Conable Barber Conable Barber Benjamin Conable, Jr. was a U.S. Congressman from New York and president of the World Bank.-Biography:...	Republican	1964	Re-elected	Barber Conable Barber Conable Barber Benjamin Conable, Jr. was a U.S. Congressman from New York and president of the World Bank.-Biography:... (R) 72.2% John M. Owens (D) 25.3% Bernard M. O'Connor (Right to Life) 2.1% Lydia Bayoneta (Workers) 0.4%
John J. LaFalce John J. LaFalce John Joseph LaFalce is a former congressman from the state of New York; he served from 1975 to 2003.LaFalce was first elected to the 94th United States Congress in 1974 and re-elected to each succeeding Congress through the 107th, serving his Western New York congressional district for 28 years,...	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	John J. LaFalce John J. LaFalce John Joseph LaFalce is a former congressman from the state of New York; he served from 1975 to 2003.LaFalce was first elected to the 94th United States Congress in 1974 and re-elected to each succeeding Congress through the 107th, serving his Western New York congressional district for 28 years,... (D) 71.7% H. William Feder (R) 28.3%
Henry J. Nowak Henry J. Nowak Henry James Nowak was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New York between 1975 and 1993....	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	Henry J. Nowak Henry J. Nowak Henry James Nowak was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New York between 1975 and 1993.... (D) 83.0% Roger Heymanowski (R) 14.5% Thomas A. O'Connor (Right to Life) 2.5%
Jack Kemp Jack Kemp Jack French Kemp was an American politician and a collegiate and professional football player. A Republican, he served as Housing Secretary in the administration of President George H. W. Bush from 1989 to 1993, having previously served nine terms as a congressman for Western New York's 31st...	Republican	1970	Re-elected	Jack Kemp Jack Kemp Jack French Kemp was an American politician and a collegiate and professional football player. A Republican, he served as Housing Secretary in the administration of President George H. W. Bush from 1989 to 1993, having previously served nine terms as a congressman for Western New York's 31st... (R) 81.6% Gale A. Denn (D) 18.4%
Stan Lundine Stan Lundine Stanley Nelson Lundine is a politician from Jamestown, New York who served as Mayor of Jamestown, a United States Representative, and lieutenant governor of New York. A Democrat, he was inaugurated Mayor in 1970 and served to 1976 when he was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives after the...	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Stan Lundine Stan Lundine Stanley Nelson Lundine is a politician from Jamestown, New York who served as Mayor of Jamestown, a United States Representative, and lieutenant governor of New York. A Democrat, he was inaugurated Mayor in 1970 and served to 1976 when he was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives after the... (D) 54.7% James Abdella (R) 43.8% Genevieve F. Ronan (Right to Life) 1.5%

North Carolina

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
Walter B. Jones, Sr. Walter B. Jones, Sr. Walter Beaman Jones, Sr. , was an American politician from the state of North Carolina who served in the United States House of Representatives, and was the father of Walter Beaman Jones, Jr., who is currently a Representative for the Republican Party.Jones was born in Fayetteville, North Carolina,...	Democratic	1966	Re-elected	Walter B. Jones, Sr. Walter B. Jones, Sr. Walter Beaman Jones, Sr. , was an American politician from the state of North Carolina who served in the United States House of Representatives, and was the father of Walter Beaman Jones, Jr., who is currently a Representative for the Republican Party.Jones was born in Fayetteville, North Carolina,... (D) Unopposed
Lawrence H. Fountain Lawrence H. Fountain Lawrence H. Fountain , generally known as L.H. Fountain, was a Democratic U.S. representative from North Carolina from 1953 to 1983.-Early life:...	Democratic	1952	Re-elected	Lawrence H. Fountain Lawrence H. Fountain Lawrence H. Fountain , generally known as L.H. Fountain, was a Democratic U.S. representative from North Carolina from 1953 to 1983.-Early life:... (D) 73.4% Barry Lynn Gardner (R) 26.6%
Charles Orville Whitley Charles Orville Whitley Charles Orville Whitley was a Democratic U.S. Congressman from North Carolina between 1977 and 1986.Born in Siler City, North Carolina, Whitley attended Siler City High School, graduating in 1943...	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Charles Orville Whitley Charles Orville Whitley Charles Orville Whitley was a Democratic U.S. Congressman from North Carolina between 1977 and 1986.Born in Siler City, North Carolina, Whitley attended Siler City High School, graduating in 1943... (D) 68.3% Larry J. Parker (R) 31.7%
Ike Franklin Andrews Ike Franklin Andrews Ike Franklin Andrews was an American politician. He served as a Democratic U.S. Congressman from North Carolina's Fourth Congressional District between 1973 and 1985, when he was defeated for reelection by Republican Bill Cobey.-Biography:Born in Bonlee, North Carolina, Andrews attended local...	Democratic	1972	Re-elected	Ike Franklin Andrews Ike Franklin Andrews Ike Franklin Andrews was an American politician. He served as a Democratic U.S. Congressman from North Carolina's Fourth Congressional District between 1973 and 1985, when he was defeated for reelection by Republican Bill Cobey.-Biography:Born in Bonlee, North Carolina, Andrews attended local... (D) 52.6% Thurman Hogan (R) 45.8% John Cunningham (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 1.5%
Stephen L. Neal Stephen L. Neal Stephen Lybrook "Steve" Neal was a North Carolina Democratic politician who served ten terms in the U.S. House of Representatives ....	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	Stephen L. Neal Stephen L. Neal Stephen Lybrook "Steve" Neal was a North Carolina Democratic politician who served ten terms in the U.S. House of Representatives .... (D) 51.0% Anne Bagnal (R) 48.8% Jeffery K. Miller (Socialist Workers Socialist Workers Party (United States) The Socialist Workers Party is a far-left political organization in the United States. The group places a priority on "solidarity work" to aid strikes and is strongly supportive of Cuba... ) 0.2%
L. Richardson Preyer L. Richardson Preyer Lunsford Richardson Preyer , who typically went by 'Richardson' or 'Rich,' was a jurist and a U.S. representative in Congress from North Carolina. He was the grandson of inventor Lunsford Richardson...	Democratic	1968	Lost re-election Republican gain	Walter E. Johnston, III Walter E. Johnston, III Walter Eugene Johnston III, usually known as Gene Johnston was a member of the United States House of Representatives from North Carolina. He was born in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and attended local public schools... (R) 51.1% L. Richardson Preyer (D) 48.9%
Charlie Rose Charlie Rose (congressman) Charles Grandison "Charlie" Rose III is a former Democratic United States Congressman from North Carolina who served from 1973 to 1997....	Democratic	1972	Re-elected	Charlie Rose Charlie Rose (congressman) Charles Grandison "Charlie" Rose III is a former Democratic United States Congressman from North Carolina who served from 1973 to 1997.... (D) 68.7% Vivian S. Wright (R) 31.3%
Bill Hefner Bill Hefner Willie Gathrel "Bill" Hefner , was a Democratic U.S. Congressman from North Carolina, serving between 1975 and 1999....	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	Bill Hefner Bill Hefner Willie Gathrel "Bill" Hefner , was a Democratic U.S. Congressman from North Carolina, serving between 1975 and 1999.... (D) 58.5% L. E. Harris (R) 41.5%
James G. Martin James G. Martin James Grubbs "Jim" Martin is the 70th Governor of the state of North Carolina. He served from 1985 to 1993. He was the second Republican elected to the office after Reconstruction, and the fifth overall. He is also the only Republican to serve two full terms as governor.-Early Life &...	Republican	1972	Re-elected	James G. Martin James G. Martin James Grubbs "Jim" Martin is the 70th Governor of the state of North Carolina. He served from 1985 to 1993. He was the second Republican elected to the office after Reconstruction, and the fifth overall. He is also the only Republican to serve two full terms as governor.-Early Life &... (R) 58.6% Randall R. Kincaid (D) 41.4%
James T. Broyhill	Republican	1962	Re-elected	James T. Broyhill (R) 69.7% James O. Icenhour (D) 30.3%
V. Lamar Gudger V. Lamar Gudger Vonno Lamar Gudger Jr. represented North Carolina's 11th congressional district in the United States House of Representatives from 1977-1981. Gudger, who was born in Asheville, had several degrees from the University of North Carolina, served in the United States Army Air Corps from 1942–1945,...	Democratic	1976	Lost re-election Republican gain	Bill Hendon Bill Hendon William Martin Hendon is an author, POW/MIA activist, and two-term Republican U.S. Congressman from North Carolina's 11th District.... (R) 53.5% V. Lamar Gudger (D) 46.5%

North Dakota

District	Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
	Mark Andrews	Republican	1963	Retired to run for U. S. Senate United States Senate elections, 1980 The 1980 U.S. Senate elections coincided with Ronald Reagan's election to the Presidency. Reagan's large margin of victory over incumbent Jimmy Carter pulled in many Democratic voters and gave a huge boost to Republican senate candidates.... Democratic gain	Byron Dorgan Byron Dorgan Byron Leslie Dorgan is a former United States Senator from North Dakota and is now a senior policy advisor for a Washington, DC law firm. He is a member of the North Dakota Democratic-NPL Party, the North Dakota affiliate of the Democratic Party. In the Senate, he was Chairman of the Democratic... (D) 56.8% Jim Smykowski (R) 42.6% John Lengenfelder (I) 0.3% Torfin A. Teigen (I) 0.3%

Ohio

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
Bill Gradison Bill Gradison Willis David "Bill" Gradison Jr. is an American politician, who served for almost two decades in the U.S. House of Representatives.-Early life and education:...	Republican	1974	Re-elected	Bill Gradison Bill Gradison Willis David "Bill" Gradison Jr. is an American politician, who served for almost two decades in the U.S. House of Representatives.-Early life and education:... (R) 74.2% Donald J. Zwick (D) 23.6% Scott A. Breen (W/I Write-in candidate A write-in candidate is a candidate in an election whose name does not appear on the ballot, but for whom voters may vote nonetheless by writing in the person's name. Some states and local jurisdictions allow a voter to affix a sticker with a write-in candidate's name on it to the ballot in lieu... ) 2.1%
Tom Luken Tom Luken Thomas Andrew Luken is a politician of the Democratic Party from Ohio.Luken received his high school diploma in 1942 from Purcell High School. During the Second World War, Luken served as a U.S. Marine. In 1947, he earned a bachelor of arts degree from Xavier University in Cincinnati, after having...	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Tom Luken Tom Luken Thomas Andrew Luken is a politician of the Democratic Party from Ohio.Luken received his high school diploma in 1942 from Purcell High School. During the Second World War, Luken served as a U.S. Marine. In 1947, he earned a bachelor of arts degree from Xavier University in Cincinnati, after having... (D) 58.7% Tom Atkins (R) 41.3%
Tony P. Hall Tony P. Hall Tony Patrick Hall is an American politician who served as a Democrat from Ohio in the U.S. House of Representatives for more than 20 years....	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	Tony P. Hall Tony P. Hall Tony Patrick Hall is an American politician who served as a Democrat from Ohio in the U.S. House of Representatives for more than 20 years.... (D) 57.3% Albert H. Sealy (R) 40.0% Richard L. Righter (I) 1.7% Robert E. Tharpe (I) 1.0%
Tennyson Guyer Tennyson Guyer Tennyson Guyer was a member of the United States House of Representatives. He was a Republican from Ohio....	Republican	1972	Re-elected	Tennyson Guyer Tennyson Guyer Tennyson Guyer was a member of the United States House of Representatives. He was a Republican from Ohio.... (R) 72.3% Gerry Tebben (D) 27.7%
Del Latta Del Latta Delbert Leroy "Del" Latta is a former member of the United States House of Representatives. Latta was a Republican from Ohio.-Life and career:...	Republican	1958	Re-elected	Del Latta Del Latta Delbert Leroy "Del" Latta is a former member of the United States House of Representatives. Latta was a Republican from Ohio.-Life and career:... (R) 70.4% James Robert Sherck (D) 29.6%
Bill Harsha Bill Harsha William Howard "Bill" Harsha, Jr. was an American politician who represented Ohio as a Republican in the United States House of Representatives from January 3, 1961 to January 3, 1981.-Biography:...	Republican	1960	Retired Republican hold	Bob McEwen Bob McEwen Robert D. "Bob" McEwen is a lobbyist and American politician of the Republican Party, who was a member of the United States House of Representatives from southern Ohio's Sixth District, from January 3, 1981 to January 3, 1993... (R) 54.6% Ted Strickland (D) 45.4%
Clarence J. Brown Clarence J. Brown Clarence J. Brown, Sr. was an American newspaper publisher who represented Ohio as a Republican in the United States House of Representatives from 1939 to 1965.-Life and career:...	Republican	1938	Re-elected	Clarence J. Brown Clarence J. Brown Clarence J. Brown, Sr. was an American newspaper publisher who represented Ohio as a Republican in the United States House of Representatives from 1939 to 1965.-Life and career:... (R) 76.1% Donald Hollister (D) 23.9%
Tom Kindness Tom Kindness Thomas Norman Kindness was a member of the United States House of Representatives representing Ohio from January 3, 1975 to January 3, 1987....	Republican	1974	Re-elected	Tom Kindness Tom Kindness Thomas Norman Kindness was a member of the United States House of Representatives representing Ohio from January 3, 1975 to January 3, 1987.... (R) 76.0% John W. Griffin (D) 24.0%
Thomas L. Ashley	Democratic	1954	Lost re-election Republican gain	Ed Weber Ed Weber Edward Ford "Ed" Weber was an American politician from Ohio. He served one term in the United States House of Representatives as a Republican.... (R) 56.2% Thomas L. Ashley (D) 39.9% Edward Silvio Emery (I) 2.5% Toby Elizabeth Emmerich (I) 1.4%
Clarence E. Miller Clarence E. Miller Clarence Ellsworth Miller, Jr. was a Republican Congressman from Ohio, serving January 3, 1967 to January 3, 1993....	Republican	1966	Re-elected	Clarence E. Miller Clarence E. Miller Clarence Ellsworth Miller, Jr. was a Republican Congressman from Ohio, serving January 3, 1967 to January 3, 1993.... (R) 74.4% Jack E. Stecher (D) 25.6%
J. William Stanton J. William Stanton John William Stanton was a Republican congressman from Ohio who served in the United States Congress from 1965 until his retirement in 1983. Stanton died in Jacksonville, Florida, April 11, 2002 at the age of 78.-External links:* Library of Congress...	Republican	1964	Re-elected	J. William Stanton J. William Stanton John William Stanton was a Republican congressman from Ohio who served in the United States Congress from 1965 until his retirement in 1983. Stanton died in Jacksonville, Florida, April 11, 2002 at the age of 78.-External links:* Library of Congress... (R) 69.3% Patrick James Donlin (D) 27.6% Harold V. Richard, Jr. (I) 3.1%
Samuel L. Devine Samuel L. Devine Samuel Leeper Devine was an American politician of the Republican party who served in the United States House of Representatives as Representative of the 12th congressional district of Ohio from 3 January 1959 until 3 January 1981; he left office after being defeated by Democrat Bob Shamansky...	Republican	1958	Lost re-election Democratic gain	Bob Shamansky Bob Shamansky Robert Norton Shamansky was an American Democratic politician and attorney from the state of Ohio. He served in the U.S. House of Representatives for a single term from 1981 until 1983.-Early Life:... (D) 52.6% Samuel L. Devine (R) 47.4%
Don Pease Don Pease Donald J. Pease served eight terms as a member of the United States House of Representatives from Ohio's 13th District, an area in northeast Ohio. He was a Democrat.- Education and early life :...	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Don Pease Don Pease Donald J. Pease served eight terms as a member of the United States House of Representatives from Ohio's 13th District, an area in northeast Ohio. He was a Democrat.- Education and early life :... (D) 63.8% David Earl Armstrong (R) 36.2%
John F. Seiberling John F. Seiberling John Frederick Seiberling, Jr. was a United States Representative from Ohio. In 1974, he helped to establish what later became the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, and served on the House Judiciary Committee that held the impeachment hearings against President Richard Nixon.-Biography:Born in Akron,...	Democratic	1970	Re-elected	John F. Seiberling John F. Seiberling John Frederick Seiberling, Jr. was a United States Representative from Ohio. In 1974, he helped to establish what later became the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, and served on the House Judiciary Committee that held the impeachment hearings against President Richard Nixon.-Biography:Born in Akron,... (D) 64.9% Louis A. Mangels (R) 35.1%
Chalmers P. Wylie	Republican	1966	Re-elected	Chalmers P. Wylie (R) 72.6% Terry Freeman (R) 27.4%
Ralph Regula Ralph Regula Ralph Straus Regula was a Representative in the United States Congress from the 16th District of the State of Ohio. He retired in January 2009 after 18 consecutive terms. He is a member of the Republican Party. In the 110th Congress , he was the second longest serving Republican member of the U.S...	Republican	1972	Re-elected	Ralph Regula Ralph Regula Ralph Straus Regula was a Representative in the United States Congress from the 16th District of the State of Ohio. He retired in January 2009 after 18 consecutive terms. He is a member of the Republican Party. In the 110th Congress , he was the second longest serving Republican member of the U.S... (R) 79.3% Larry V. Slagle (D) 20.7%
John M. Ashbrook John M. Ashbrook John Milan Ashbrook was an American politician of the Republican Party who served in the United States House of Representatives from Ohio from 1961 until his death. His father was William A. Ashbrook, a newspaper editor, businessman, and U.S...	Republican	1960	Re-elected	John M. Ashbrook John M. Ashbrook John Milan Ashbrook was an American politician of the Republican Party who served in the United States House of Representatives from Ohio from 1961 until his death. His father was William A. Ashbrook, a newspaper editor, businessman, and U.S... (R) 72.9% Donald E. Yunker (D) 27.1%
Douglas Applegate Douglas Applegate Douglas "Doug" Applegate is a former member of the United States House of Representatives from Ohio. Applegate is a Democrat....	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Douglas Applegate Douglas Applegate Douglas "Doug" Applegate is a former member of the United States House of Representatives from Ohio. Applegate is a Democrat.... (D) 76.1% Gary L. Hammersley (R) 23.9%
Lyle Williams Lyle Williams Lyle Williams was a U.S. Representative from Ohio.Born in Philippi, he attended the public schools of North Bloomfield, Ohio. He served in the United States Army Reserve from 1960 to 1968, and then worked as a barber...	Republican	1978	Re-elected	Lyle Williams Lyle Williams Lyle Williams was a U.S. Representative from Ohio.Born in Philippi, he attended the public schools of North Bloomfield, Ohio. He served in the United States Army Reserve from 1960 to 1968, and then worked as a barber... (R) 58.1% Harry Meshel (D) 41.9%
Mary Rose Oakar Mary Rose Oakar Mary Rose Oakar is an American Democratic politician and former member of the United States House of Representatives from Ohio, the first Democratic woman elected to the United States Congress from that state....	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Mary Rose Oakar Mary Rose Oakar Mary Rose Oakar is an American Democratic politician and former member of the United States House of Representatives from Ohio, the first Democratic woman elected to the United States Congress from that state.... (D) Unopposed
Louis Stokes Louis Stokes Louis Stokes is a Democratic politician from Ohio. He served in the United States House of Representatives....	Democratic	1968	Re-elected	Louis Stokes Louis Stokes Louis Stokes is a Democratic politician from Ohio. He served in the United States House of Representatives.... (D) 88.2% Robert L. Woodall (R) 11.8%
Charles Vanik Charles Vanik Charles Albert Vanik was a Democratic politician from Ohio. He served in the United States House of Representatives....	Democratic	1954	Retired Democratic hold	Dennis E. Eckart Dennis E. Eckart Dennis Edward Eckart is a Democratic politician from Ohio who served in the United States House of Representatives. He is married to Sandy and has one son, Eddy.... (D) 55.2% Joseph J. Nahra (R) 41.3% Arnold Gleisser (I) 3.5%
Ronald M. Mottl Ronald M. Mottl Ronald Milton Mottl is an American politician of the Democratic Party who had been a member of the state House of Representatives of Ohio from 1987 to 1997.Mottl was born in Cleveland, Ohio, and attended the University of Notre Dame...	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	Ronald M. Mottl Ronald M. Mottl Ronald Milton Mottl is an American politician of the Democratic Party who had been a member of the state House of Representatives of Ohio from 1987 to 1997.Mottl was born in Cleveland, Ohio, and attended the University of Notre Dame... (D) Unopposed

Oklahoma

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
James Robert Jones James Robert Jones James Robert "Jim" Jones is a lawyer, a Democratic politician, a retired U.S. Congressman from Oklahoma, and a former U.S. Ambassador to Mexico....	Democratic	1972	Re-elected	James Robert Jones James Robert Jones James Robert "Jim" Jones is a lawyer, a Democratic politician, a retired U.S. Congressman from Oklahoma, and a former U.S. Ambassador to Mexico.... (D) 58.4% Richard C. Freeman (R) 41.6%
Mike Synar Mike Synar Michael Lynn "Mike" Synar was an American Democratic politician who represented Oklahoma's 2nd congressional district in Congress for eight terms.-Early life and career:...	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	Mike Synar Mike Synar Michael Lynn "Mike" Synar was an American Democratic politician who represented Oklahoma's 2nd congressional district in Congress for eight terms.-Early life and career:... (D) 54.0% Gary Richardson (R) 46.0%
Wes Watkins Wes Watkins Wesley Wade "Wes" Watkins is a politician from the state of Oklahoma. He is a retired member of the United States House of Representatives where Watkins had represented Oklahoma's 3rd Congressional District for 14 years as a Democrat and then for six years as a Republican.-Early life and...	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Wes Watkins Wes Watkins Wesley Wade "Wes" Watkins is a politician from the state of Oklahoma. He is a retired member of the United States House of Representatives where Watkins had represented Oklahoma's 3rd Congressional District for 14 years as a Democrat and then for six years as a Republican.-Early life and... (D) Unopposed
Tom Steed Tom Steed Thomas Jefferson "Tom" Steed was a military veteran, newspaper editor and Democratic politician and a retired U.S. Congressman from Oklahoma. He often stated that his experience in journalism, the military and in the U.S...	Democratic	1948	Retired Democratic hold	Dave McCurdy Dave McCurdy David Keith McCurdy is a U.S. lawyer, politician, conservative Democrat, and a former Oklahoma Congressman from Oklahoma's 4th congressional district. He is president of the American Gas Association.-Early life and education:... (D) 51.0% Howard Rutledge (R) 49.0%
Mickey Edwards Mickey Edwards Marvin Henry "Mickey" Edwards is a former Republican congressman who served Oklahoma's 5th congressional district from 1977 to 1993.-Education and early career:...	Republican	1976	Re-elected	Mickey Edwards Mickey Edwards Marvin Henry "Mickey" Edwards is a former Republican congressman who served Oklahoma's 5th congressional district from 1977 to 1993.-Education and early career:... (R) 68.4% David Hood (D) 28.0% James L. Rushing (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 3.6%
Glenn English Glenn English Glenn Lee English, Jr. is a U.S. Democratic politician who represented Oklahoma's 6th congressional district for 10 successive terms. English is currently the chief executive officer of the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association.-Military service and business activities:English was born...	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	Glenn English Glenn English Glenn Lee English, Jr. is a U.S. Democratic politician who represented Oklahoma's 6th congressional district for 10 successive terms. English is currently the chief executive officer of the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association.-Military service and business activities:English was born... (D) 64.7% Carol McCurley (R) 35.3%

Oregon

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
Les AuCoin Les AuCoin Walter Leslie "Les" AuCoin , is an American politician and the first Democrat elected to the U.S. House of Representatives from since it was formed in 1882. The seat has been held by a Democrat ever since....	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	Les AuCoin Les AuCoin Walter Leslie "Les" AuCoin , is an American politician and the first Democrat elected to the U.S. House of Representatives from since it was formed in 1882. The seat has been held by a Democrat ever since.... (D) 66.0% Lynn Engdahl (R) 34.0%
Albert C. Ullman	Democratic	1956	Lost re-election Republican gain	Denny Smith Denny Smith Dennis Alan "Denny" Smith is a businessman and former United States congressman from the state of Oregon. A native of the state, he served in the Air Force before working in the airline industry and taking over the family's newspaper business. A Republican, he served ten years in Congress from... (R) 48.8% Albert C. Ullman (D) 47.5% Lloyd K. Marbet (I) 3.7%
Robert B. Duncan Robert B. Duncan Robert Blackford Duncan was an American politician from the state of Oregon. A Democrat, he served multiple terms in the Oregon Legislative Assembly and as a U.S. congressman from Oregon. In the Oregon House of Representatives he served as speaker for four years, and in the U.S. House he...	Democratic	1974	Lost renomination Democratic hold	Ron Wyden Ron Wyden Ronald Lee "Ron" Wyden is the senior U.S. Senator for Oregon, serving since 1996, and a member of the Democratic Party. He previously served in the United States House of Representatives from 1981 to 1996.... (D) 72.0% Darrell R. Conger (R) 28.0%
Jim Weaver	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	Jim Weaver (D) 54.8% Michael Fitzgerald (R) 45.2%

Pennsylvania

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
Michael Myers Michael Myers (politician) Michael Joseph "Ozzie" Myers is a politician from the American state of Pennsylvania.He was a member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. Myers, a Democrat, was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1976. Myers had previously been a longshoreman. He was regarded as a "maverick"...	Democratic	1976	Lost re-election Democratic hold	Thomas M. Foglietta Thomas M. Foglietta Thomas Michael "Tom" Foglietta was United States Ambassador to Italy and anAmerican politician from the state of Pennsylvania, most notable for his time in the House of Representatives from 1981 to 1997.... (D) 37.8% Michael Myers (D) 34.1% Robert R. Burke (R) 24.4% Geoffrey Steinberg (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 2.0% Shaheed Abdul Haqq (Consumer) 1.7%
William H. Gray	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	William H. Gray (D) 96.4% Garland Dempsey (Consumer) 1.8% James L. Buckman (I) 1.8%
Raymond F. Lederer Raymond F. Lederer Raymond Lederer was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives, representing Pennsylvania's Third Congressional District from 1977 to 1981....	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Raymond F. Lederer Raymond F. Lederer Raymond Lederer was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives, representing Pennsylvania's Third Congressional District from 1977 to 1981.... (D) 54.5% William J. Phillips (R) 32.8% Max Weiner (Consumer) 9.5% John Morris (I) 3.2%
Charles F. Dougherty Charles F. Dougherty Charles Francis Dougherty is a former Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.Charles F. Dougherty was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He served in the United States Marine Corps Reserve, 1957-1977 . He graduated from St...	Republican	1978	Re-elected	Charles F. Dougherty Charles F. Dougherty Charles Francis Dougherty is a former Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.Charles F. Dougherty was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He served in the United States Marine Corps Reserve, 1957-1977 . He graduated from St... (R) 63.3% Thomas J. Magrann (D) 36.7%
Richard T. Schulze Richard T. Schulze Richard Taylor "Dick" Schulze was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from 1975 to 1993. His district encompassed portions of Montgomery, Delaware, and Chester Counties in the western Philadelphia suburbs.-Early life:Schulze attended the University of Houston, Villanova...	Republican	1974	Re-elected	Richard T. Schulze Richard T. Schulze Richard Taylor "Dick" Schulze was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from 1975 to 1993. His district encompassed portions of Montgomery, Delaware, and Chester Counties in the western Philadelphia suburbs.-Early life:Schulze attended the University of Houston, Villanova... (R) 75.1% Grady G. Brickhouse (D) 23.8% David F. Hoffman (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 1.1%
Gus Yatron Gus Yatron Constantine "Gus" Yatron was an American politician who was a member of the United States House of Representatives. A member of the Democratic Party, Yatron represented the 6th congressional district of Pennsylvania for twelve terms, from 1969 until his retirement in 1993...	Democratic	1968	Re-elected	Gus Yatron Gus Yatron Constantine "Gus" Yatron was an American politician who was a member of the United States House of Representatives. A member of the Democratic Party, Yatron represented the 6th congressional district of Pennsylvania for twelve terms, from 1969 until his retirement in 1993... (D) 67.1% George Hulshart (R) 32.9%
Robert W. Edgar Robert W. Edgar Rev. Dr. Robert William Edgar is president and CEO of Common Cause, a nonpartisan government watchdog organization, effective May 2007. He served as a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from 1975 to 1987, representing the 7th district of Pennsylvania...	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	Robert W. Edgar Robert W. Edgar Rev. Dr. Robert William Edgar is president and CEO of Common Cause, a nonpartisan government watchdog organization, effective May 2007. He served as a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from 1975 to 1987, representing the 7th district of Pennsylvania... (D) 53.1% Dennis J. Rochford (R) 46.9%
Peter H. Kostmayer Peter H. Kostmayer Peter Houston Kostmayer is a Democratic politician who served eight terms in the U.S. House of Representatives from Bucks County, Pennsylvania.-Biography:...	Democratic	1976	Lost re-election Republican gain	James K. Coyne, III James K. Coyne, III James Kitchenman Coyne III was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.-Biography:... (R) 50.7% Peter H. Kostmayer (D) 48.7% Hans Schroeder (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 0.6%
Bud Shuster Bud Shuster Elmer Greinert "Bud" Shuster is an American politician who represented Pennsylvania in the United States House of Representatives as a Republican from 1973 to 2001. He is best known for his advocacy of transportation projects that critics deride as "pork barrel" spending.-Career:Shuster was born...	Republican	1972	Re-elected	Bud Shuster Bud Shuster Elmer Greinert "Bud" Shuster is an American politician who represented Pennsylvania in the United States House of Representatives as a Republican from 1973 to 2001. He is best known for his advocacy of transportation projects that critics deride as "pork barrel" spending.-Career:Shuster was born... (R) Unopposed
Joseph M. McDade Joseph M. McDade Joseph Michael "Joe" McDade is a former member of the United States House of Representatives, having represented Pennsylvania's 10th congressional district.-Early life and career:...	Republican	1962	Re-elected	Joseph M. McDade Joseph M. McDade Joseph Michael "Joe" McDade is a former member of the United States House of Representatives, having represented Pennsylvania's 10th congressional district.-Early life and career:... (R) 76.6% Gene Basalyga (D) 22.7% Patrick Fallon (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 0.8%
Ray Musto	Democratic	1980	Lost re-election Republican gain	James L. Nelligan James L. Nelligan James Leo Nelligan was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.-Biography:James L. Nelligan was born in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. He attended King's College in Wilkes-Barre, graduating in 1951. He served in the United States Army, and worked as an accountant... (R) 51.9% Ray Musto (D) 48.1%
John Murtha John Murtha John Patrick "Jack" Murtha, Jr. was an American politician from the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Murtha, a Democrat, represented Pennsylvania's 12th congressional district in the United States House of Representatives from 1974 until his death in 2010....	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	John Murtha John Murtha John Patrick "Jack" Murtha, Jr. was an American politician from the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Murtha, a Democrat, represented Pennsylvania's 12th congressional district in the United States House of Representatives from 1974 until his death in 2010.... (D) 59.4% Charles A. Getty (R) 40.6%
R. Lawrence Coughlin	Republican	1968	Re-elected	R. Lawrence Coughlin (R) 70.0% Pete Slawek (D) 29.2% Jon Houser (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 0.8%
William S. Moorhead William S. Moorhead William Singer Moorhead was a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.Moorhead was born in Pittsburgh, PA, the son of prominent attorney William Singer Moorhead, Sr...	Democratic	1958	Retired Democratic hold	William J. Coyne William J. Coyne William Joseph Coyne was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.Coyne was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1954, and received a B.S. in accounting from Robert Morris College. He served for two years in... (D) 68.5% Stan Thomas (R) 29.5% Liz Hughes (Consumer) 2.0%
Donald L. Ritter Donald L. Ritter Donald Lawrence "Don" Ritter was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania. He represented Pennsylvania's 15th congressional district from 1979 to 1993.-Early life and education:...	Republican	1978	Re-elected	Donald L. Ritter Donald L. Ritter Donald Lawrence "Don" Ritter was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania. He represented Pennsylvania's 15th congressional district from 1979 to 1993.-Early life and education:... (R) 59.5% Jeanette Reibman (D) 39.7% Barbara Karkutt (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 0.7%
Robert Smith Walker Robert Smith Walker Robert Smith Walker, popularly known as Bob Walker, is a former American politician who represented Pennsylvania in the United States House of Representatives as a Republican from 1977 to 1997. He was known for his fiery rhetoric and knowledge of parliamentary procedure.Born in Bradford,...	Republican	1976	Re-elected	Robert Smith Walker Robert Smith Walker Robert Smith Walker, popularly known as Bob Walker, is a former American politician who represented Pennsylvania in the United States House of Representatives as a Republican from 1977 to 1997. He was known for his fiery rhetoric and knowledge of parliamentary procedure.Born in Bradford,... (R) 76.9% James A. Woodcock (D) 23.1%
Allen E. Ertel Allen E. Ertel Allen Edward Ertel is a Democratic politician, and former member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania....	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Allen E. Ertel Allen E. Ertel Allen Edward Ertel is a Democratic politician, and former member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.... (D) 60.6% Daniel L. Seiverling (R) 39.4%
Doug Walgren Doug Walgren Douglas Walgren was a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.Doug Walgren was born in Rochester, New York, and grew up in Mount Lebanon, Pennsylvania. He graduated from Dartmouth College in 1963, and received his LL.B. from Stanford University in 1966...	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Doug Walgren Doug Walgren Douglas Walgren was a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.Doug Walgren was born in Rochester, New York, and grew up in Mount Lebanon, Pennsylvania. He graduated from Dartmouth College in 1963, and received his LL.B. from Stanford University in 1966... (D) 68.5% Steven R. Snyder (R) 31.5%
William F. Goodling William F. Goodling William Franklin "Bill" Goodling was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.Goodling, the son of former Congressman George Atlee Goodling, was born in Loganville, Pennsylvania and grew up in York, Pennsylvania. He received a B.S...	Republican	1974	Re-elected	William F. Goodling William F. Goodling William Franklin "Bill" Goodling was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.Goodling, the son of former Congressman George Atlee Goodling, was born in Loganville, Pennsylvania and grew up in York, Pennsylvania. He received a B.S... (R) 76.0% Richard P. Noll (D) 23.1% Daniel R. Davies (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 0.9%
Joseph M. Gaydos Joseph M. Gaydos Joseph Matthew Gaydos was a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.Joe Gaydos was born in Braddock, Pennsylvania. His Hungarian father was born in Northern Hungary which today is Slovakia after it was annxed by Czechoslovakia following WWI and the Treaty of Trianon...	Democratic	1968	Re-elected	Joseph M. Gaydos Joseph M. Gaydos Joseph Matthew Gaydos was a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.Joe Gaydos was born in Braddock, Pennsylvania. His Hungarian father was born in Northern Hungary which today is Slovakia after it was annxed by Czechoslovakia following WWI and the Treaty of Trianon... (D) 72.5% Kathleen M. Meyer (R) 27.5%
Donald A. Bailey Donald A. Bailey Donald Allen "Don" Bailey is an American politician and lawyer, from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. He was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from 1979 to 1983, Auditor General of Pennsylvania from 1985 to 1989, and a candidate for the Democratic nomination for...	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	Donald A. Bailey Donald A. Bailey Donald Allen "Don" Bailey is an American politician and lawyer, from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. He was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from 1979 to 1983, Auditor General of Pennsylvania from 1985 to 1989, and a candidate for the Democratic nomination for... (D) 68.4% Dirk Matson (R) 31.6%
Austin Murphy	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Austin Murphy (D) 69.6% Marilyn Coyle Ecoff (R) 29.5% William L. Krayer (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 1.0%
William F. Clinger, Jr. William F. Clinger, Jr. William Floyd "Bill" Clinger, Jr. is a former Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.Clinger was born in Warren, Pennsylvania. He attended the public schools there and graduated from The Hill School, Pottstown, Pennsylvania in 1947. He received a B.A. from The...	Republican	1978	Re-elected	William F. Clinger, Jr. William F. Clinger, Jr. William Floyd "Bill" Clinger, Jr. is a former Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.Clinger was born in Warren, Pennsylvania. He attended the public schools there and graduated from The Hill School, Pottstown, Pennsylvania in 1947. He received a B.A. from The... (R) 73.5% Peter Atigan (D) 24.6% Douglas M. Mason (Consumer) 1.9%
Marc L. Marks Marc L. Marks Marc Lincoln Marks, , Farrell, Pennsylvania, USA, is a Republican ex-member of the U.S. House of Representatives.Marks served in the United States Army Air Corps from 1945 to 1946...	Republican	1976	Re-elected	Marc L. Marks Marc L. Marks Marc Lincoln Marks, , Farrell, Pennsylvania, USA, is a Republican ex-member of the U.S. House of Representatives.Marks served in the United States Army Air Corps from 1945 to 1946... (R) 49.7% David C. DiCarlo (D) 49.6% Edward J. Hammer (I) 0.7%
Eugene Atkinson Eugene Atkinson Eugene Vincent Atkinson was a member of the House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.Atkinson was born in the Pittsburgh Metro Area city of Aliquippa, Pennsylvania and he graduated from the University of Pittsburgh. Atkinson was the director of customs for the port of Pittsburgh from 1962 to 1969...	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	Eugene Atkinson Eugene Atkinson Eugene Vincent Atkinson was a member of the House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.Atkinson was born in the Pittsburgh Metro Area city of Aliquippa, Pennsylvania and he graduated from the University of Pittsburgh. Atkinson was the director of customs for the port of Pittsburgh from 1962 to 1969... (D) 67.1% Robert Morris (R) 32.9%

Rhode Island

District	Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
	Fernand St. Germain Fernand St. Germain Fernand Joseph St. Germain is a former U.S. Representative from Rhode Island.Born in Blackstone, Massachusetts, St. Germain attended parochial schools in Woonsocket, Rhode Island. He graduated from Our Lady of Providence Seminary High School, 1945, and from Providence College, 1948...	Democratic	1960	Re-elected	Fernand St. Germain Fernand St. Germain Fernand Joseph St. Germain is a former U.S. Representative from Rhode Island.Born in Blackstone, Massachusetts, St. Germain attended parochial schools in Woonsocket, Rhode Island. He graduated from Our Lady of Providence Seminary High School, 1945, and from Providence College, 1948... (D) 67.6% William P. Montgomery (R) 32.4%
	Edward Beard Edward Beard Edward Peter Beard was a U.S. Representative from Rhode Island.Born in Providence, Rhode Island, Beard attended Assumption Elementary School and Hope High School, Providence, where he completed high school as well as a college-level course in agriculture. He worked as a painter. He served in the...	Democratic	1974	Lost re-election Republican gain	Claudine Schneider Claudine Schneider Claudine Schneider is a former Republican U.S. Representative from Rhode Island. She was the first and to date only woman elected to Congress from Rhode Island.... (R) 55.3% Edward Beard (D) 44.7%

South Carolina

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
Mendel Jackson Davis Mendel Jackson Davis Mendel Jackson Davis was a lawyer and a United States Representative from South Carolina.-Early life and career:Davis was born in the city of North Charleston to Felix Charles Davis and Elizabeth Jackson Davis...	Democratic	1971	Retired Republican gain	Thomas F. Hartnett Thomas F. Hartnett Thomas Forbes "Tommy" Hartnett was a U.S. Representative from South Carolina.Hartnett was born in Charleston. He graduated from Bishop England High School in Charleston in 1960... (R) 51.7% Charles D. Ravenel (D) 48.3%
Floyd Spence Floyd Spence Floyd Davidson Spence was a Republican politician from South Carolina.-Early life and education:Spence was born in Columbia, South Carolina in 1928, but spent most of his life in nearby Lexington County. Shortly after graduating from high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Naval Reserve, retiring as...	Republican	1970 United States House of Representatives elections in South Carolina, 1970 The 1970 South Carolina United States House of Representatives elections were held on November 3, 1970 to select six Representatives for two-year terms from the state of South Carolina. The primary elections were held on June 9 and the runoff elections were held two weeks later on June 23...	Re-elected	Floyd Spence Floyd Spence Floyd Davidson Spence was a Republican politician from South Carolina.-Early life and education:Spence was born in Columbia, South Carolina in 1928, but spent most of his life in nearby Lexington County. Shortly after graduating from high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Naval Reserve, retiring as... (R) 55.7% Tom Turnipseed (D) 44.3%
Butler Derrick Butler Derrick Butler Carson Derrick, Jr. was a U.S. Representative from South Carolina.Born in Springfield, Massachusetts, he attended the public schools in Mayesville and Florence, South Carolina. He graduated from the University of South Carolina in 1958 and earned an LL.B. from the University of Georgia Law...	Democratic	1974 United States House of Representatives elections in South Carolina, 1974 The 1974 South Carolina United States House of Representatives elections were held on November 5, 1974 to select six Representatives for two-year terms from the state of South Carolina. The primary elections were held on July 16 and the runoff elections were held two weeks later on July 30...	Re-elected	Butler Derrick Butler Derrick Butler Carson Derrick, Jr. was a U.S. Representative from South Carolina.Born in Springfield, Massachusetts, he attended the public schools in Mayesville and Florence, South Carolina. He graduated from the University of South Carolina in 1958 and earned an LL.B. from the University of Georgia Law... (D) 59.8% Marshall Parker (R) 39.4% Boyce Lee Muller (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 0.8%
Carroll A. Campbell, Jr. Carroll A. Campbell, Jr. Carroll Ashmore Campbell, Jr. was a U.S. Republican Party politician who served as 112th Governor of South Carolina from 1987 to 1995.-Early life:He was born in Greenville, South Carolina, the oldest of six children...	Republican	1978 United States House of Representatives elections in South Carolina, 1978 The 1978 South Carolina United States House of Representatives elections were held on November 7, 1978 to select six Representatives for two-year terms from the state of South Carolina. The primary elections for the Democrats and the Republicans were held on June 13...	Re-elected	Carroll A. Campbell, Jr. Carroll A. Campbell, Jr. Carroll Ashmore Campbell, Jr. was a U.S. Republican Party politician who served as 112th Governor of South Carolina from 1987 to 1995.-Early life:He was born in Greenville, South Carolina, the oldest of six children... (R) 92.9% Thomas P. Waldenfels (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 7.1%
Kenneth Lamar Holland Kenneth Lamar Holland Kenneth Lamar Holland is a Democratic former member of the United States House of Representatives from South Carolina.Holland was born in Hickory, North Carolina on November 24, 1934. He attended public schools in Gaffney, South Carolina. Holland served in the National Guard from 1952 to 1959. ...	Democratic	1974 United States House of Representatives elections in South Carolina, 1974 The 1974 South Carolina United States House of Representatives elections were held on November 5, 1974 to select six Representatives for two-year terms from the state of South Carolina. The primary elections were held on July 16 and the runoff elections were held two weeks later on July 30...	Re-elected	Kenneth Lamar Holland Kenneth Lamar Holland Kenneth Lamar Holland is a Democratic former member of the United States House of Representatives from South Carolina.Holland was born in Hickory, North Carolina on November 24, 1934. He attended public schools in Gaffney, South Carolina. Holland served in the National Guard from 1952 to 1959. ... (D) 87.5% Thomas Campbell (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 12.5%
John Jenrette John Jenrette John Wilson Jenrette, Jr. is a former American politician from South Carolina. He served in the U.S. House of Representatives as a Democrat from January 1975 until December 1980. He was convicted of accepting a bribe in the FBI's Abscam operation.-Biography:Jenrette was born in Horry County,...	Democratic	1974 United States House of Representatives elections in South Carolina, 1974 The 1974 South Carolina United States House of Representatives elections were held on November 5, 1974 to select six Representatives for two-year terms from the state of South Carolina. The primary elections were held on July 16 and the runoff elections were held two weeks later on July 30...	Lost re-election Republican gain	John Light Napier John Light Napier John Light Napier is a politician, lawyer, former member of the United States House of Representatives, and judge from South Carolina.-Education:... (R) 51.8% John Jenrette (D) 48.2%

South Dakota

District	Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
	Tom Daschle Tom Daschle Thomas Andrew "Tom" Daschle is a former U.S. Senator from South Dakota and former U.S. Senate Majority Leader. He is a member of the Democratic Party....	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	Tom Daschle Tom Daschle Thomas Andrew "Tom" Daschle is a former U.S. Senator from South Dakota and former U.S. Senate Majority Leader. He is a member of the Democratic Party.... (D) 65.8% Bart Kull (R) 34.2%
	James Abdnor James Abdnor James Abdnor is a Republican politician from the state of South Dakota.-Personal:He graduated from the University of Nebraska in 1945 where he became a member of the Sigma Chi Fraternity. He served in the United States Army during World War II and from 1957 to 1969 was a member of the South Dakota...	Republican	1972	Retired to run for U. S. Senate United States Senate elections, 1980 The 1980 U.S. Senate elections coincided with Ronald Reagan's election to the Presidency. Reagan's large margin of victory over incumbent Jimmy Carter pulled in many Democratic voters and gave a huge boost to Republican senate candidates.... Republican hold	Clint Roberts Clint Roberts Clint Ronald Roberts is a politician from the state of South Dakota. He was born in Presho, South Dakota and attended Black Hills State College from 1952 to 1953. He was a member of the South Dakota Senate from 1972 to 1978. In 1980 he was elected to the House of Representatives as a Republican.... (R) 58.4% Kenneth D. Stofferahn (D) 41.6%

Tennessee

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
Jimmy Quillen Jimmy Quillen James Henry Quillen, usually known as Jimmy Quillen was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from Tennessee from 1963 to 1997.-Early life:...	Republican	1962	Re-elected	Jimmy Quillen Jimmy Quillen James Henry Quillen, usually known as Jimmy Quillen was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from Tennessee from 1963 to 1997.-Early life:... (R) 86.2% John Curtis (I) 13.8%
John Duncan, Sr. John Duncan, Sr. John James Duncan, Sr. was an American attorney and Republican politician who represented Tennessee's 2nd Congressional District in the U. S. House of Representatives from 1965 until his death in 1988. He also served as Mayor of Knoxville, Tennessee, from 1959 to 1964, and as assistant attorney...	Republican	1964	Re-elected	John Duncan, Sr. John Duncan, Sr. John James Duncan, Sr. was an American attorney and Republican politician who represented Tennessee's 2nd Congressional District in the U. S. House of Representatives from 1965 until his death in 1988. He also served as Mayor of Knoxville, Tennessee, from 1959 to 1964, and as assistant attorney... (R) 76.1% David H. Dunnaway (D) 23.9%
Marilyn Lloyd Marilyn Lloyd Rachel Marilyn Laird Lloyd is a Tennessee businesswoman and 10-term member of the United States House of Representatives .-Biographical information:...	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	Marilyn Lloyd Marilyn Lloyd Rachel Marilyn Laird Lloyd is a Tennessee businesswoman and 10-term member of the United States House of Representatives .-Biographical information:... (D) 61.1% Glen Byers (R) 38.9%
Al Gore Al Gore Albert Arnold "Al" Gore, Jr. served as the 45th Vice President of the United States , under President Bill Clinton. He was the Democratic Party's nominee for President in the 2000 U.S. presidential election....	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Al Gore Al Gore Albert Arnold "Al" Gore, Jr. served as the 45th Vice President of the United States , under President Bill Clinton. He was the Democratic Party's nominee for President in the 2000 U.S. presidential election.... (D) 79.3% James Beau Seigneur (R) 20.7%
Bill Boner Bill Boner William Hill "Bill" Boner is a Tennessee educator and former Democratic politician. He was the third mayor of the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, serving from 1987 to 1991. He served in the U.S...	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	Bill Boner Bill Boner William Hill "Bill" Boner is a Tennessee educator and former Democratic politician. He was the third mayor of the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, serving from 1987 to 1991. He served in the U.S... (D) 65.4% Mike Adams (R) 34.6%
Robin Beard Robin Beard Robin Leo Beard, Jr. was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from Tennessee who served from 1973 to 1983.-Early life:...	Republican	1972	Re-elected	Robin Beard Robin Beard Robin Leo Beard, Jr. was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from Tennessee who served from 1973 to 1983.-Early life:... (R) Unopposed
Ed Jones	Democratic	1969	Re-elected	Ed Jones (D) 77.3% Daniel Campbell (R) 22.7%
Harold Ford, Sr. Harold Ford, Sr. Harold Eugene Ford, Sr. was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives representing the Memphis, Tennessee area for ten terms—from 1975 until his retirement in 1997. He was the first African-American to represent Tennessee in the U.S...	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	Harold Ford, Sr. Harold Ford, Sr. Harold Eugene Ford, Sr. was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives representing the Memphis, Tennessee area for ten terms—from 1975 until his retirement in 1997. He was the first African-American to represent Tennessee in the U.S... (D) Unopposed

Texas

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
Sam B. Hall Sam B. Hall Sam Blakeley Hall, Jr. , American politician, was a Congressman representing Texas's 1st congressional district from 1976 to 1985 and then a federal judge of the U.S...	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Sam B. Hall Sam B. Hall Sam Blakeley Hall, Jr. , American politician, was a Congressman representing Texas's 1st congressional district from 1976 to 1985 and then a federal judge of the U.S... (D) Unopposed
Charles Wilson	Democratic	1972	Re-elected	Charles Wilson (D) 69.3% F. H. Pannill (R) 29.5% Martin Sorrells (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 1.2%
James M. Collins James M. Collins James Mitchell Collins, often known as Jim Collins , was a Republican who represented the Third Congressional District of Texas from 1968-1983. The district was based at the time about Irving in Dallas County....	Republican	1968	Re-elected	James M. Collins James M. Collins James Mitchell Collins, often known as Jim Collins , was a Republican who represented the Third Congressional District of Texas from 1968-1983. The district was based at the time about Irving in Dallas County.... (R) 79.3% Earle Stephen Porter (D) 18.0% William Stephen Briggs (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 2.7%
Ray Roberts Ray Roberts Herbert Ray Roberts represented Texas's 4th congressional district from 1962 to 1981. Roberts was a Democrat.-Early life and education:...	Democratic	1962	Retired Democratic hold	Ralph Hall Ralph Hall Ralph Moody Hall is a United States Representative from . First elected in 1980, Hall is the chairman of the Science Committee and a senior member of the Energy and Commerce Committee... (D) 52.3% John Wright (R) 47.7%
Jim Mattox Jim Mattox James Albon Mattox was a Dallas lawyer and Texas Democratic politician who served three terms in the United States House of Representatives and two four-year terms as state Attorney General, but lost high profile races for Governor in 1990, the U.S. Senate in 1994, and again as attorney general...	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Jim Mattox Jim Mattox James Albon Mattox was a Dallas lawyer and Texas Democratic politician who served three terms in the United States House of Representatives and two four-year terms as state Attorney General, but lost high profile races for Governor in 1990, the U.S. Senate in 1994, and again as attorney general... (D) 51.1% Thomas W. Pauken (R) 48.9%
Phil Gramm Phil Gramm William Philip "Phil" Gramm is an American economist and politician, who has served as a Democratic Congressman , a Republican Congressman and a Republican Senator from Texas...	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	Phil Gramm Phil Gramm William Philip "Phil" Gramm is an American economist and politician, who has served as a Democratic Congressman , a Republican Congressman and a Republican Senator from Texas... (D) 70.9% Dave Haskins (R) 29.1%
William Reynolds Archer, Jr. William Reynolds Archer, Jr. William Reynolds “Bill” Archer, Jr. is a former American lawyer and politician. Archer served two terms, from 1967 to 1971, in the Texas House of Representatives — changing from the Democratic to the Republican party in 1969 — and later represented Texas in the United States House as a Republican...	Republican	1970	Re-elected	William Reynolds Archer, Jr. William Reynolds Archer, Jr. William Reynolds “Bill” Archer, Jr. is a former American lawyer and politician. Archer served two terms, from 1967 to 1971, in the Texas House of Representatives — changing from the Democratic to the Republican party in 1969 — and later represented Texas in the United States House as a Republican... (R) 82.1% Robert Laurence Hutchings (D) 16.4% Bill Ware (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 1.4%
Robert C. Eckhardt Robert C. Eckhardt Robert Christian "Bob" Eckhardt was a Democratic United States Representative representing the 8th District of Texas from 1967 to 1981.-Early life and family:Eckhardt was born in Austin, Texas on July 16, 1913...	Democratic	1966	Lost re-election Republican gain	Jack Fields Jack Fields Jack Milton Fields, Jr. , is a Texas businessman and a former Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from a Houston-based district.... (R) 51.8% Robert C. Eckhardt (D) 48.2%
Jack Brooks Jack Brooks (politician) Jack Bascom Brooks is a retired Democratic politician from the U.S. state of Texas, who served for more than 40 years in the U.S. House of Representatives. He was defeated for reelection in the 1994 election...	Democratic	1952	Re-elected	Jack Brooks Jack Brooks (politician) Jack Bascom Brooks is a retired Democratic politician from the U.S. state of Texas, who served for more than 40 years in the U.S. House of Representatives. He was defeated for reelection in the 1994 election... (D) Unopposed
J. J. Pickle	Democratic	1963	Re-elected	J. J. Pickle (D) 59.1% John Biggar (R) 38.8% Michael Grossberg (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 2.1%
Marvin Leath Marvin Leath James Marvin Leath was a U.S. Representative from Texas.Born in Henderson, Texas, Leath attended the Rusk County public schools.He graduated from Henderson High School, 1949.He attended Kilgore Junior College....	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	Marvin Leath Marvin Leath James Marvin Leath was a U.S. Representative from Texas.Born in Henderson, Texas, Leath attended the Rusk County public schools.He graduated from Henderson High School, 1949.He attended Kilgore Junior College.... (D) Unopposed
Jim Wright Jim Wright James Claude Wright, Jr. , usually known as Jim Wright, is a former Democratic U.S. Congressman from Texas who served 34 years in the U.S. House of Representatives and was the Speaker of the House from 1987 to 1989.-Early life:...	Democratic	1954	Re-elected	Jim Wright Jim Wright James Claude Wright, Jr. , usually known as Jim Wright, is a former Democratic U.S. Congressman from Texas who served 34 years in the U.S. House of Representatives and was the Speaker of the House from 1987 to 1989.-Early life:... (D) 59.9% Jim Bradshaw (R) 39.3% C. B. Mauldin (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 0.8%
Jack Hightower	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	Jack Hightower (D) 55.0% Ron Slover (R) 45.0%
Joseph P. Wyatt, Jr. Joseph P. Wyatt, Jr. Joseph Peyton Wyatt, Jr. served as a U.S. Representative from Texas.-Biography:Born in Victoria, Wyatt attended the Victoria County public schools.He attended Victoria College, 1964.B.A., University of Texas, 1968....	Democratic	1978	Retired Democratic hold	William Neff Patman William Neff Patman William Neff "Bill" Patman , was an American politician who served from 1981 to 1985 as a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from Texas. He was the son of John William Wright Patman, the long-time U.S... (D) 56.8% C. L. Concklin (R) 43.2%
Kika de la Garza Kika de la Garza Eligio “Kika” de la Garza, II was the Democratic representative for the 15th congressional district of Texas from January 3, 1965, to January 3, 1997....	Democratic	1964	Re-elected	Kika de la Garza Kika de la Garza Eligio “Kika” de la Garza, II was the Democratic representative for the 15th congressional district of Texas from January 3, 1965, to January 3, 1997.... (D) 70.0% Robert Lendol McDonald (R) 30.0%
Richard C. White	Democratic	1964	Re-elected	Richard C. White (D) 84.6% Catherine A. McDivitt (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 15.4%
Charles Stenholm Charles Stenholm Charles Walter "Charlie" Stenholm, is a politician from the state of Texas. He was a member of the United States House of Representatives for 13 terms, from 1979 to 2005....	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	Charles Stenholm Charles Stenholm Charles Walter "Charlie" Stenholm, is a politician from the state of Texas. He was a member of the United States House of Representatives for 13 terms, from 1979 to 2005.... (D) Unopposed
Mickey Leland Mickey Leland George Thomas "Mickey" Leland was an anti-poverty activist who later became a congressman from the Texas 18th District and chair of the Congressional Black Caucus...	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	Mickey Leland Mickey Leland George Thomas "Mickey" Leland was an anti-poverty activist who later became a congressman from the Texas 18th District and chair of the Congressional Black Caucus... (D) 79.9% C. L. Kennedy (R) 17.9% Bill Fraser (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 2.2%
Kent Hance Kent Hance Kent "The Hancellor" Ronald Hance is a lobbyist and lawyer who was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from West Texas, having served from 1979 to 1985...	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	Kent Hance Kent Hance Kent "The Hancellor" Ronald Hance is a lobbyist and lawyer who was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from West Texas, having served from 1979 to 1985... (D) 93.5% J. D. Webster (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 6.5%
Henry B. Gonzalez Henry B. Gonzalez Henry Barbosa González was a Democratic politician from the state of Texas. He represented Texas's 20th congressional district from 1961 to 1999.-Background:...	Democratic	1961	Re-elected	Henry B. Gonzalez Henry B. Gonzalez Henry Barbosa González was a Democratic politician from the state of Texas. He represented Texas's 20th congressional district from 1961 to 1999.-Background:... (D) 81.9% Merle Nash (R) 17.3% Tom Burnham (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 0.8%
Tom Loeffler Tom Loeffler Thomas Gilbert Loeffler is a former Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from central Texas. He was an advisor and fundraiser to the 2008 presidential campaign of U.S...	Republican	1978	Re-elected	Tom Loeffler Tom Loeffler Thomas Gilbert Loeffler is a former Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from central Texas. He was an advisor and fundraiser to the 2008 presidential campaign of U.S... (R) 76.5% Joe Sullivan (D) 22.8% William Rice (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 0.7%
Ron Paul Ron Paul Ronald Ernest "Ron" Paul is an American physician, author and United States Congressman who is seeking to be the Republican Party candidate in the 2012 presidential election. Paul represents Texas's 14th congressional district, which covers an area south and southwest of Houston that includes...	Republican	1978	Re-elected	Ron Paul Ron Paul Ronald Ernest "Ron" Paul is an American physician, author and United States Congressman who is seeking to be the Republican Party candidate in the 2012 presidential election. Paul represents Texas's 14th congressional district, which covers an area south and southwest of Houston that includes... (R) 51.0% Mike Andrews (D) 48.3% Vaudie V. Nance (I) 0.6%
Abraham Kazen, Jr.	Democratic	1966	Re-elected	Abraham Kazen, Jr. (D) 69.9% Bobby Locke (R) 30.1%
Martin Frost Martin Frost Jonas Martin Frost III is an American politician, who was the Democratic representative to the U.S. House of Representatives for Texas's 24th congressional district from 1979 to 2005.-Personal life:...	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	Martin Frost Martin Frost Jonas Martin Frost III is an American politician, who was the Democratic representative to the U.S. House of Representatives for Texas's 24th congressional district from 1979 to 2005.-Personal life:... (D) 61.3% Clay Smothers (R) 38.7%

Utah

District	Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
	K. Gunn McKay K. Gunn McKay Koln Gunn McKay was an American politician who represented the state of Utah. He served from January 3, 1971 to January 3, 1981, beginning in the ninety-second Congress and in four succeeding congresses.-Biography:...	Democratic	1970	Lost re-election Republican gain	James V. Hansen James V. Hansen James Vear "Jim" Hansen was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from Utah.Hansen was born in Salt Lake City, graduating from the city's East High School. From 1951 until 1955 he served in the United States Navy. He attended the University of Utah, receiving a business... (R) 52.1% K. Gunn McKay (D) 47.9%
	David Daniel Marriott David Daniel Marriott David Daniel Marriott was a U.S. Representative from Utah.Born in Bingham, Utah, Marriott was educated in the public schools of Sandy, Utah, and graduated from Jordan High School in 1958....	Republican	1976	Re-elected	David Daniel Marriott David Daniel Marriott David Daniel Marriott was a U.S. Representative from Utah.Born in Bingham, Utah, Marriott was educated in the public schools of Sandy, Utah, and graduated from Jordan High School in 1958.... (R) 67.0% Arthur L. Monson (D) 30.3% Stan Larsen (I) 1.9% Steven Ray Montgomery (American) 0.5% David P. Hurst (Socialist Workers Socialist Workers Party (United States) The Socialist Workers Party is a far-left political organization in the United States. The group places a priority on "solidarity work" to aid strikes and is strongly supportive of Cuba... ) 0.3%

Vermont

District	Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
	Jim Jeffords Jim Jeffords James Merrill "Jim" Jeffords is a former U.S. Senator from Vermont. He served as a Republican until 2001, when he left the party to become an independent. He retired from the Senate in 2006.-Background:...	Republican	1974	Re-elected	Jim Jeffords Jim Jeffords James Merrill "Jim" Jeffords is a former U.S. Senator from Vermont. He served as a Republican until 2001, when he left the party to become an independent. He retired from the Senate in 2006.-Background:... (R) 75.3% Robin Lloyd (Citizens) 19.3% Peter Diamondstone (Liberty) 5.4%

Virginia

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
Paul S. Trible, Jr. Paul S. Trible, Jr. Paul Seward Trible, Jr. is a former Representative and Senator in the United States Congress from Virginia and current president of Christopher Newport University. Trible graduated from Hampden-Sydney College in 1968 where he received his Bachelor of Arts in History...	Republican	1976	Re-elected	Paul S. Trible, Jr. Paul S. Trible, Jr. Paul Seward Trible, Jr. is a former Representative and Senator in the United States Congress from Virginia and current president of Christopher Newport University. Trible graduated from Hampden-Sydney College in 1968 where he received his Bachelor of Arts in History... (R) 90.5% Sharon D. Grant (I) 9.5%
G. William Whitehurst G. William Whitehurst George William Whitehurst is a professor and retired politician who served in the United States House of Representatives from the state of Virginia. He began his career as a professor at the Norfolk campus of the College of William and Mary, which became Old Dominion College in 1962...	Republican	1968	Re-elected	G. William Whitehurst G. William Whitehurst George William Whitehurst is a professor and retired politician who served in the United States House of Representatives from the state of Virginia. He began his career as a professor at the Norfolk campus of the College of William and Mary, which became Old Dominion College in 1962... (R) 89.8% Kenneth P. Morrison (I) 10.2%
David E. Satterfield III David E. Satterfield III David Edward Satterfield III was a U.S. Representative from Virginia's 3rd congressional district. He served eight consecutive terms from 1965 until 1981. His father, Dave E...	Democratic	1964	Retired Republican gain	Thomas J. Bliley, Jr. Thomas J. Bliley, Jr. Thomas Jerome "Tom" Bliley, Jr. is a United States Republican politician and former U.S. Representative from the state of Virginia.-Background:... (R) 51.6% John A. Mapp (D) 32.6% Howard H. Carwile (I) 10.5% James B. Turney (I) 5.3%
Robert Daniel Robert Daniel Robert Williams Daniel, Jr. is a Virginia farmer, businessman, teacher, and politician who served five terms in the U.S. House of Representatives as a Republican. He was first elected in 1972 and served until 1983. He is a graduate of Woodberry Forest School, Woodberry Forest, Virginia...	Republican	1972	Re-elected	Robert Daniel Robert Daniel Robert Williams Daniel, Jr. is a Virginia farmer, businessman, teacher, and politician who served five terms in the U.S. House of Representatives as a Republican. He was first elected in 1972 and served until 1983. He is a graduate of Woodberry Forest School, Woodberry Forest, Virginia... (R) 60.7% Cecil Y. Jenkins (D) 39.3%
Dan Daniel Dan Daniel (politician) Wilbur Clarence Daniel was a U.S. Representative from Virginia, USA.Born in Chatham, Virginia, Daniel grew up on a tobacco farm in Mecklenburg County, Virginia. He was educated in Virginia schools, and was a graduate of Dan River Textile School, Danville, Virginia...	Democratic	1968	Re-elected	Dan Daniel Dan Daniel (politician) Wilbur Clarence Daniel was a U.S. Representative from Virginia, USA.Born in Chatham, Virginia, Daniel grew up on a tobacco farm in Mecklenburg County, Virginia. He was educated in Virginia schools, and was a graduate of Dan River Textile School, Danville, Virginia... (D) Unopposed
M. Caldwell Butler M. Caldwell Butler Manley Caldwell Butler is a U.S. Representative from Virginia, great grandson of James A. Walker.Born in Roanoke, Virginia, Butler graduated from Jefferson Senior High School, Roanoke, Virginia, 1942....	Republican	1972	Re-elected	M. Caldwell Butler M. Caldwell Butler Manley Caldwell Butler is a U.S. Representative from Virginia, great grandson of James A. Walker.Born in Roanoke, Virginia, Butler graduated from Jefferson Senior High School, Roanoke, Virginia, 1942.... (R) Unopposed
J. Kenneth Robinson J. Kenneth Robinson James Kenneth Robinson was a State Senator and U.S. Representative from Virginia.-Early life and career:Born in Winchester, Virginia, Robinson attended the public schools of Winchester. He graduated with a B.S. from Virginia Polytechnic Institute, Blacksburg, Virginia in 1937. He served as...	Republican	1970	Re-elected	J. Kenneth Robinson J. Kenneth Robinson James Kenneth Robinson was a State Senator and U.S. Representative from Virginia.-Early life and career:Born in Winchester, Virginia, Robinson attended the public schools of Winchester. He graduated with a B.S. from Virginia Polytechnic Institute, Blacksburg, Virginia in 1937. He served as... (R) Unopposed
Herbert Harris Herbert Harris Herbert Eugene Harris, II was a Democratic member of the U.S. Representative from Virginia. His district included part of Fairfax County.-Early life:Born in Kansas City, Missouri, Harris attended St...	Democratic	1974	Lost re-election Republican gain	Stanford E. Parris Stanford E. Parris Stanford Elmer "Stan" Parris was an American lawyer and Republican politician. He represented Virginia's 8th congressional district in the United States House of Representatives for six two year terms. He served in the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, Virginia House of Delegates, and also as... (R) 48.8% Herbert Harris (D) 48.3% Deborah L. Frantz (I) 2.9%
William C. Wampler William C. Wampler William Creed Wampler is a former United States Representative from Virginia.Born in Pennington Gap, Lee County, Virginia, Wampler attended the public schools in Bristol, Virginia and on May 21, 1943, enlisted in the United States Navy...	Republican	1966	Re-elected	William C. Wampler William C. Wampler William Creed Wampler is a former United States Representative from Virginia.Born in Pennington Gap, Lee County, Virginia, Wampler attended the public schools in Bristol, Virginia and on May 21, 1943, enlisted in the United States Navy... (R) 69.4% Roosevelt Ferguson (D) 30.6%
Joseph L. Fisher Joseph L. Fisher Joseph Lyman Fisher is a former member of the United States House of Representatives. He was a Democrat from Virginia....	Democratic	1974	Lost re-election Republican gain	Frank Wolf (R) 51.1% Joseph L. Fisher (D) 48.9%

Washington

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
Joel Pritchard Joel Pritchard Joel McFee Pritchard was a Republican politician from Washington. He served in the U.S. House of Representatives and as the 14th Lieutenant Governor of Washington....	Republican	1972	Re-elected	Joel Pritchard Joel Pritchard Joel McFee Pritchard was a Republican politician from Washington. He served in the U.S. House of Representatives and as the 14th Lieutenant Governor of Washington.... (R) 78.3% Robin Drake (D) 18.1% Maurice Willey (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 3.6%
Al Swift Al Swift Allan Byron Swift , an Emmy award–winning broadcaster, served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from 1979 to 1995. He represented the Second Congressional District of Washington as a Democrat....	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	Al Swift Al Swift Allan Byron Swift , an Emmy award–winning broadcaster, served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from 1979 to 1995. He represented the Second Congressional District of Washington as a Democrat.... (D) 63.9% Neal Snider (R) 32.6% William L. McCord (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 3.6%
Don Bonker Don Bonker Don Leroy Bonker is an American former congressman for the state of Washington and a Democrat. He served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from 1975 to 1989, representing Washington's third Congressional district.He is a resident of Bainbridge Island, Washington.Bonker...	Democratic	1974	Re-elected	Don Bonker Don Bonker Don Leroy Bonker is an American former congressman for the state of Washington and a Democrat. He served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from 1975 to 1989, representing Washington's third Congressional district.He is a resident of Bainbridge Island, Washington.Bonker... (D) 62.7% Rod Culp (R) 37.3%
Mike McCormack Mike McCormack (politician) C.G. Mike McCormack is a retired American politician, who served as U.S. Representative from the State of Washington's Fourth Congressional District from 1971 to 1981. He is a Democrat...	Democratic	1970	Lost re-election Republican gain	Sid Morrison Sid Morrison Sidney Wallace "Sid" Morrison is an American politician and a former member of the United States House of Representatives from Washington. He was elected as a Republican to the 97th United States Congress and to the five succeeding Congresses... (R) 57.4% Mike McCormack (D) 42.6%
Tom Foley Tom Foley Thomas Stephen Foley was the 57th Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, serving from 1989 to 1995. He represented Washington's 5th congressional district for 30 years as a Democratic member from 1965 to 1995....	Democratic	1964	Re-elected	Tom Foley Tom Foley Thomas Stephen Foley was the 57th Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, serving from 1989 to 1995. He represented Washington's 5th congressional district for 30 years as a Democratic member from 1965 to 1995.... (D) 51.9% John Sonneland (R) 48.1%
Norman D. Dicks Norman D. Dicks Norman DeValois "Norm" Dicks is the U.S. Representative for , serving since 1977. He is a member of the Democratic Party...	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Norman D. Dicks Norman D. Dicks Norman DeValois "Norm" Dicks is the U.S. Representative for , serving since 1977. He is a member of the Democratic Party... (D) 53.6% James Edward Beaver (R) 46.4%
Mike Lowry Mike Lowry Michael Edward "Mike" Lowry served as the 20th Governor of the U.S. state of Washington from 1993 to 1997. Lowry is a Democrat.Lowry was born and raised in St. John, Washington, and graduated from Washington State University in 1962...	Democratic	1978	Re-elected	Mike Lowry Mike Lowry Michael Edward "Mike" Lowry served as the 20th Governor of the U.S. state of Washington from 1993 to 1997. Lowry is a Democrat.Lowry was born and raised in St. John, Washington, and graduated from Washington State University in 1962... (D) 57.3% Ron Dunlap (R) 42.7%

West Virginia

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
Bob Mollohan Bob Mollohan Robert "Bob" Homer Mollohan was a former member of the United States House of Representatives. A Democrat from West Virginia, Mollohan was succeeded in Congress by his son, Alan....	Democratic	1968	Re-elected	Bob Mollohan Bob Mollohan Robert "Bob" Homer Mollohan was a former member of the United States House of Representatives. A Democrat from West Virginia, Mollohan was succeeded in Congress by his son, Alan.... (D) 63.6% Joe Bartler (R) 36.4%
Harley O. Staggers	Democratic	1948	Retired Republican gain	Cleve Benedict Cleve Benedict Cleveland Keith Benedict , better known as Cleve Benedict, is a retired Republican politician from West Virginia.Benedict was born in 1935 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. He was educated in public and private schools and then graduated from Princeton University in 1957... (R) 55.9% Pat R. Hamilton (D) 44.1%
John G. Hutchinson John G. Hutchinson John Guiher Hutchinson is a retired American politician, who served briefly as member of the United States House of Representatives from West Virginia's 3rd congressional district. He is a Democrat....	Democratic	1980	Lost re-election Republican gain	Mick Staton Mick Staton David Michael Staton, better known as Mick Staton is a retired American politician. He is a Republican from West Virginia.... (R) 52.7% John G. Hutchinson (D) 47.3%
Nick Rahall Nick Rahall Nick Joe Rahall II is the U.S. Representative for West Virginia's 3rd congressional district, serving since 1977. Rahall is currently Ranking Member of the House Resources Committee. He is a member of the Democratic Party. The district includes much of the southern portion of the state, including...	Democratic	1976	Re-elected	Nick Rahall Nick Rahall Nick Joe Rahall II is the U.S. Representative for West Virginia's 3rd congressional district, serving since 1977. Rahall is currently Ranking Member of the House Resources Committee. He is a member of the Democratic Party. The district includes much of the southern portion of the state, including... (D) 76.6% Winton Guy Covey, Jr. (R) 23.4%

Wisconsin

Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
Les Aspin Les Aspin Leslie "Les" Aspin, Jr. was a United States Representative from 1971 to 1993, and the United States Secretary of Defense under President Bill Clinton from January 21, 1993 to February 3, 1994.-Early life:...	Democratic	1970	Re-elected	Les Aspin Les Aspin Leslie "Les" Aspin, Jr. was a United States Representative from 1971 to 1993, and the United States Secretary of Defense under President Bill Clinton from January 21, 1993 to February 3, 1994.-Early life:... (D) 56.2% Kathryn H. Canary (R) 42.8% Arthur F. Jackson (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 1.0%
Robert W. Kastenmeier	Democratic	1958	Re-elected	Robert W. Kastenmeier (D) 54.0% James A. Wright (R) 45.4% Leslie Graves Key (L Libertarian Party (United States) The Libertarian Party is the third largest and fastest growing political party in the United States. The political platform of the Libertarian Party reflects its brand of libertarianism, favoring minimally regulated, laissez-faire markets, strong civil liberties, minimally regulated migration... ) 0.6%
Alvin Baldus Alvin Baldus Alvin James Baldus is an American Democratic politician and former member of Congress. Baldus graduated from high school in Elkton, Minnesota and went to Riverland Community College in Austin, Minnesota. He served in the United States House of Representatives from 1975-1981 representing Wisconsin...	Democratic	1974	Lost re-election Republican gain	Steve Gunderson Steve Gunderson Steven Craig "Steve" Gunderson is the President and CEO of the Council on Foundations and a former Republican congressman from Wisconsin.-Early years:Gunderson grew up near Whitehall, Wisconsin... (R) 51.0% Alvin Baldus (D) 49.0%
Clement J. Zablocki Clement J. Zablocki Clement John Zablocki was an American politician from the state of Wisconsin.-Career:Zablocki was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and he graduated from Marquette University. Zablocki was elected to the Wisconsin State Senate in 1942. He was elected to the House of Representatives in 1948 as a Democrat...	Democratic	1948	Re-elected	Clement J. Zablocki Clement J. Zablocki Clement John Zablocki was an American politician from the state of Wisconsin.-Career:Zablocki was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and he graduated from Marquette University. Zablocki was elected to the Wisconsin State Senate in 1942. He was elected to the House of Representatives in 1948 as a Democrat... (D) 70.0% Elroy Charles Honadel (R) 29.2% Lynn Rashkind (I) 0.8%
Henry S. Reuss Henry S. Reuss Henry Schoellkopf Reuss was a Democrat U.S. Representative from Wisconsin.-Childhood and education:He was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and grew up in that city's German section. Reuss earned his A.B. from Cornell University in 1933 and was a member of the Sphinx Head Society. He then earned his LL.B...	Democratic	1954	Re-elected	Henry S. Reuss Henry S. Reuss Henry Schoellkopf Reuss was a Democrat U.S. Representative from Wisconsin.-Childhood and education:He was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and grew up in that city's German section. Reuss earned his A.B. from Cornell University in 1933 and was a member of the Sphinx Head Society. He then earned his LL.B... (D) 77.0% David Bathke (R) 22.2% Frank Forrestal (I) 0.8%
Tom Petri Tom Petri Thomas Evert Petri is the U.S. Representative for , serving since 1979. He is a member of the Republican Party. The district includes most of the east-central part of the state.-Early life, education, and early career:...	Republican	1979	Re-elected	Tom Petri Tom Petri Thomas Evert Petri is the U.S. Representative for , serving since 1979. He is a member of the Republican Party. The district includes most of the east-central part of the state.-Early life, education, and early career:... (R) 59.3% Gary R. Goyke (D) 40.7%
Dave Obey Dave Obey David Ross "Dave" Obey is the former U.S. Representative for , serving 21 consecutive terms from 1969 until 2011. The district includes much of the northwestern portion of the state, including Wausau and Superior...	Democratic	1969	Re-elected	Dave Obey Dave Obey David Ross "Dave" Obey is the former U.S. Representative for , serving 21 consecutive terms from 1969 until 2011. The district includes much of the northwestern portion of the state, including Wausau and Superior... (D) 64.7% Vinton A. Vesta (R) 35.3%
Toby Roth Toby Roth Tobias Anton Roth is a former Republican United States congressman who represented Wisconsin's 8th congressional district. He served in the United States House of Representatives from 1979 to 1997, when he did not run for re-election. Previously, Roth served in the Wisconsin State Assembly from...	Republican	1978	Re-elected	Toby Roth Toby Roth Tobias Anton Roth is a former Republican United States congressman who represented Wisconsin's 8th congressional district. He served in the United States House of Representatives from 1979 to 1997, when he did not run for re-election. Previously, Roth served in the Wisconsin State Assembly from... (R) 67.7% Michael R. Monfils (D) 32.3%
Jim Sensenbrenner Jim Sensenbrenner Frank James Sensenbrenner, Jr. is an American politician who has been a member of the Republican Party in the United States House of Representatives since 1979, representing . The district, the state's richest, includes many of Milwaukee's northern and western suburbs, and extends into rural...	Republican	1978	Re-elected	Jim Sensenbrenner Jim Sensenbrenner Frank James Sensenbrenner, Jr. is an American politician who has been a member of the Republican Party in the United States House of Representatives since 1979, representing . The district, the state's richest, includes many of Milwaukee's northern and western suburbs, and extends into rural... (R) 78.4% Gary C. Benedict (D) 21.6%

Wyoming

District	Incumbent	Party	First elected	Result	Candidates
	Dick Cheney Dick Cheney Richard Bruce "Dick" Cheney served as the 46th Vice President of the United States , under George W. Bush....	Republican	1978	Re-elected	Dick Cheney Dick Cheney Richard Bruce "Dick" Cheney served as the 46th Vice President of the United States , under George W. Bush.... (R) 68.6% Jim Rogers (D) 31.4%

Overall results

November elections

Alaska

Indiana

See also