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      Betsy L Close

      Republican

      State House candidate from Oregon

      State House
      Electoral Grade
      —
      Requires 2+ graded races
      1
      Races
      1-0
      W-L (100%)
      -5.1
      Avg Margin
      1998
      Career Span
      Best: +-5.1 (1998 State House)Worst: -5.1 (1998 State House)

      Career Timeline

      1998 State HouseOregonDistrict 36
      9,258
      Candidate Votes
      52.6%
      Vote %
      17,613
      Total Votes
      -5.1%
      Margin
      Top opponent: John DonovanDEM
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