Merton D. Short
American Independent
| Date | Party | Office | Votes | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11-04-1986 | American Independent | Treasurer | 357182 | Loss |
| 11-08-1988 | American Independent | Senate1 | 66288 | Loss |
| 11-06-1990 | American Independent | Lieutenant Governor | 136097 | Loss |
| 11-03-1998 | American Independent | Insurance Commissioner | 92950 | Loss |
| 11-02-2010 | American Independent | Secretary of State | 162100 | Loss |
Candidate Biography:
1984: [Democratic] Primary Candidate for CD-02 (Lost; 20.4%)
2005-Present: Butte County Chair, American Independent Party
2008: Delegate, Constitution Party National Committee