1920 United States Senate election in Kansas|
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County results
Curtis: 40–50% 50–60% 60–70% 70–80% |
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The 1920 United States Senate election in Kansas was held on November 2, 1920. Incumbent Republican Senator Charles Curtis ran for re-election to his second consecutive term, and his third term overall. He was challenged by former Governor George H. Hodges, the Democratic nominee, and defeated him in a landslide as Republican presidential nominee Warren G. Harding won the state by a similar margin.
Democratic primary
Candidates
Results
Republican primary
Candidates
- Charles Curtis, incumbent U.S. Senator
- John A. Edwards, former State Representative[2]
Results
Socialist primary
Candidates
- Eva Harding, physician[3]
Results
Prior to the primary, Harding passed away. The Kansas Socialist Party subsequently named Dan Beedy as its replacement nominee.[4]
General election
Results
See also
References
- ^ a b c d Pettijohn, L. J. (1920). Twenty-Second Biennial Report of the Secretary of State of the State of Kansas 1919-1920. Topeka, Kansas: Kansas State Printing Plant. Retrieved March 3, 2025.
- ^ "Edwards After Curtis's Seat". Wichita Beacon. Wichita, Kansas. March 8, 1920. p. 2. Retrieved March 3, 2025.
- ^ "Full Socialist Slate Is Out; Dr. Harding for U.S. Senator". Topeka State Journal. Topeka, Kansas. June 21, 1920. p. 1. Retrieved March 3, 2025.
- ^ "Socialists Congratulate Debs for "Emancipation"". Topeka State Journal. Topeka, Kansas. September 1, 1920. p. 14. Retrieved March 3, 2025.