Conversation so far:
What happened in 2005?
David Davis was Shadow Secretary of State for the Home Department.
What was the leadership contest?
the 2005 Conservative leadership contest.
Did he run against anyone?
former Chancellor Kenneth Clarke.
Was there any scandals?
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Are there any other interesting aspects about this article?
In spite of a strong performance in a BBC Question Time head-to-head debate in the final stage of the leadership contest, Davis could not match his rival's general popularity.

Question: Did he lose the elect?
Self-contained rewrite: Did David Davis lose the elect in the 2005 leadership contest