Vernon L. (Vern) Sommerdorf Candidate
| Born: |
April 9, 1921 Brownton, Minnesota McLeod County United States |
| Resided: |
St. Paul,
Minnesota
Ramsey County |
| Death: | October 19, 2009 |
| Gender: | Man |
| Occupation: | Physician |
| Military Service: | U.S. Navy, World War II (Ensign, 1942-1946). |
| Political Party: | Nonpartisan (Liberal Caucus) |
| Offices Held: | State Representative: HD 49 (1965-1967); HD 43B (1967-1973). |
| Sources: | Minnesota Historical Society Birth Certificate Index (1921-18158). Minnesota Death Certificate Index (2009-MN-030049). World War II Draft Registration Card (February 16, 1942). United States Department of Veterans Affairs BIRLS Death File. |
66th Minnesota Legislative Manual, Minnesota Legislative Reference Library.
Election Details
| Number of state/federal offices sought | Number of campaigns | Number of winning campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Date | Election | Stage | Party | Votes | Percent | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/03/1970 | State House, District 43B | General | Nonpartisan | 6,116 | 67.65% | Won |
| 09/15/1970 | State House, District 43B | Primary | Nonpartisan | 2,790 | 60.63% | Won |
| 11/05/1968 | State House, District 43B | General | Nonpartisan | 7,623 | 73.14% | Won |
| 11/08/1966 | State House, District 43B | General | Nonpartisan | 5,517 | 69.57% | Won |
| 11/03/1964 | State House, District 49 | General | Nonpartisan | 6,421 | 56.40% | Won |
| 09/08/1964 | State House, District 49 | Primary | Nonpartisan | 1,423 | 33.83% | Won |