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2008 United States House of Representatives elections in Utah
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| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| election_name | 2008 United States House of Representatives elections in Utah |
| country | Utah |
| flag_image | Flag of Utah (1913–2011).svg |
| type | legislative |
| ongoing | no |
| previous_election | 2006 United States House of Representatives elections in Utah |
| previous_year | 2006 |
| next_election | 2010 United States House of Representatives elections in Utah |
| next_year | 2010 |
| seats_for_election | All 3 Utah seats to the United States House of Representatives |
| election_date | November 4, 2008 |
| party1 | Republican Party (United States) |
| last_election1 | **2** |
| seats1 | **2** |
| seat_change1 | |
| popular_vote1 | **503,917** |
| percentage1 | **53.79%** |
| swing1 | 2.49% |
| party2 | Democratic Party (United States) |
| last_election2 | 1 |
| seats2 | 1 |
| seat_change2 | |
| popular_vote2 | 393,761 |
| percentage2 | 42.03% |
| swing2 | 0.89% |
| map_image | |
| map_caption |
Republican Democratic
The 2008 congressional elections in Utah were held on November 4, 2008 to determine the representatives of the state of Utah in the United States House of Representatives for the 111th Congress from January 3, 2009, until their terms of office expire on January 3, 2011. Incumbent Rob Bishop (R) was reelected in Utah's 1st congressional district. Incumbent Jim Matheson (D) was reelected in Utah's 2nd congressional district. Jason Chaffetz (R) was elected to succeed Chris Cannon (R) in Utah's 3rd congressional district.
Utah has three seats in the House, apportioned according to the 2000 United States census. Representatives are elected for two-year terms. The election coincided with the 2008 U.S. presidential election.
Overview
| United States House of Representatives elections in Utah, 2008 | Party | Votes | Percentage | Seats | +/– |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | 503,917 | 53.79% | 2 | — | |
| Democratic | 393,761 | 42.03% | 1 | — | |
| Constitution | 27,805 | 2.97% | 0 | — | |
| Libertarian | 11,356 | 1.21% | 0 | — | |
| **Totals** | **936,839** | **100.00%** | **3** | **—** |
District 1
Bishop:
Bowen:
This district covers the northwest area of Utah including Ogden, Logan, Tooele, the northwest portion of Salt Lake City, and the entirety of the Great Salt Lake. It has been represented by Republican Rob Bishop since January 2003. His challengers were Democrat Morgan Bowen, Libertarian Joseph Geddes Buchman, and Constitution candidate Kirk D. Pearson.
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
|---|---|---|
| The Cook Political Report | November 6, 2008 | |
| Rothenberg | November 2, 2008 | |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball | November 6, 2008 | |
| Real Clear Politics | November 7, 2008 | |
| CQ Politics | November 6, 2008 |
District 2
Matheson:
Dew:
This district covers the largely rural southern and eastern portions of Utah (including Saint George and Moab in the south and Vernal in the east), as well as the east side of urban Salt Lake County, the northern portion of Utah County, and Wasatch County. It has been represented by Democrat Jim Matheson since 2001. His challengers were Republican Bill Dew, Libertarian Mathew Arndt and Independent Dennis Ray Emery.
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
|---|---|---|
| The Cook Political Report | November 6, 2008 | |
| Rothenberg | November 2, 2008 | |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball | November 6, 2008 | |
| Real Clear Politics | November 7, 2008 | |
| CQ Politics | November 6, 2008 |
District 3
Chaffetz:
This district covers central and west central Utah, including nearly all of Utah County and the west side of Salt Lake County. It has been represented by Republican Chris Cannon since 1997, who lost to Jason Chaffetz in the primary. His challengers were Democrat Bennion Spencer and Constitution Party Candidate Jim Noorlander.
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
|---|---|---|
| The Cook Political Report | November 6, 2008 | |
| Rothenberg | November 2, 2008 | |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball | November 6, 2008 | |
| Real Clear Politics | November 7, 2008 | |
| CQ Politics | November 6, 2008 |
References
References
- "Office of the Clerk, U.S. House of Representatives".
- (6 November 2006). "2008 Competitive House Race Chart". [[The Cook Political Report with Amy Walter.
- (2 November 2006). "2008 House Ratings". The Rothenberg Political Report.
- (6 November 2008). "2008 House". Sabato's Crystal Ball.
- (7 November 2008). "Battle for the House of Representatives". Real Clear Politics.
- "Race Ratings Chart: House". Congressional Quarterly Inc.
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