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1940 United States Congressional Elections – Rhode Island

United States Senate – DEM Hold

Peter G. Gerry (D-inc) – 173,92755.16%

James O. McManus (R) – 141,40144.84%

Total Votes – 315,328100.00%

United States House of Representatives – District 1 – DEM Gain

Aime J. Forand (D) – 87,32757.51%

Charles F. Risk (R-inc) – 64,51742.49%

Total Votes – 151,844100.00%

United States House of Representatives – District 2 – DEM Gain

John E. Fogarty (D) – 87,25354.01%

Harry Sandager (R-inc) – 74,29645.99%

Total Votes – 161,549100.00%

Source: Office of the Clerk of the United States House of Representatives