1986_United_States_House_of_Representatives_election_in_the_District_of_Columbia Knowpia

On November 4, 1986, the District of Columbia held an election for its non-voting House delegate representing the District of Columbia's at-large congressional district. The winner of the race was Walter E. Fauntroy (D), who won his eighth re-election. All elected members would serve in 100th United States Congress.

The delegate is elected for two-year terms.

Candidates edit

Walter E. Fauntroy, a Democrat, sought re-election for his ninth term to the United States House of Representatives. Fauntroy was opposed in this election by Republican challenger Mary King and D.C. Statehood Party candidate Julie McCall, who received 13.91% and 4.83%, respectively. This resulted in Fauntroy being elected with 80.09% of the vote.

D.C. At Large Congressional District Election (1986)
Party		Candidate	Votes	%
	Democratic	Walter E. Fauntroy (inc.)	101,604	80.09
	Republican	Mary L. H. King	17,643	13.91
	DC Statehood	Julie McCall	6,122	4.83
	No party	Write-ins	1,486	1.17
Total votes			126,855	100.00
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	Democratic hold