1986 United States Senate election in Colorado explained

Election Name:1986 United States Senate election in Colorado
Country:Colorado
Type:presidential
Ongoing:no
Previous Election:1980 United States Senate election in Colorado
Previous Year:1980
Next Election:1992 United States Senate election in Colorado
Next Year:1992
Election Date:November 4, 1986
Image1:Tim Wirth (1).jpg
Nominee1:Tim Wirth
Party1:Democratic Party (United States)
Popular Vote1:529,449
Percentage1:49.91%
Nominee2:Ken Kramer
Party2:Republican Party (United States)
Popular Vote2:512,994
Percentage2:48.36%
U.S. Senator
Before Election:Gary Hart
Before Party:Democratic Party (United States)
After Election:Tim Wirth
After Party:Democratic Party (United States)
Map Size:250px

The 1986 United States Senate election in Colorado was held on November 4, 1986. Incumbent Democratic U.S. Senator Gary Hart decided to retire instead of seeking a third term. Democratic nominee Tim Wirth won the open seat.

General election

Candidates

Results

See also