Treasurer, 1982 Election
Primary Democratic-Farmer-Labor
| Candidate | Gender | Party | Votes | Percent | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robert W. (Bob) Mattson, Jr. | Man | Democratic-Farmer-Labor | 265,990 | 57.46 | +29.08 |
| Irving M. (Irv) Stern | Man | Democratic-Farmer-Labor | 131,365 | 28.38 | |
| John H. Allers | Man | Democratic-Farmer-Labor | 65,595 | 14.17 |
Mattson was an attorney and restaurant owner from Britt, DFL candidate for Secretary of State in 1970, former Auditor (1975-1979), candidate for the 4th CD in 1976, and candidate for U.S. Senate in 1984. Mattson was the son of state Attorney General Robert W. Mattson, Sr. (1964-1967).
Stern was a resident of St. Louis Park, former Mayor of St. Louis Park (1976-1979), sitting state Senator (SD 41, 1979-1983), and party-endorsed candidate.
Allers was a business representative from Richfield, candidate for SD 37 in 1980, and candidate for Auditor in 1990.
Sources
- Minnesota Election Results 1982, Election Division, Secretary of State (p. 5).