In 2008, the senior section had the closest final ever with John Gillen losing by only 30 votes.

Many competed in extremely tight primary races two years ago, with several losing by fewer than 800 votes.

He ran for the same riding in the 1959 election, this time losing to Hryhorczuk by 266 votes.

He contested the Harlow seat in both 2001 and 2005, losing by just 97 votes on the second occasion.

Since then, sentiment against the death penalty has grown, with the last bill losing in 2001 by 34 votes in the House.

In 1975, he was the only opponent of Charles Huband, losing by 381 votes to 87.

On election day, however, she nearly scored an upset over Law, losing by only 181 votes (0.5%).

Gingrich sought a rematch in 1976, this time losing by 5,100 votes.

He received 3,275 votes, losing a spot on the council by 74 votes.

He served eight terms, finally losing his seat in 2004 by fewer than 300 votes.