Below is an context that describes a sql query, paired with an question that provides further information. Write an answer that appropriately completes the request.  # noqa: E501
### Context:
CREATE TABLE table_name_51 (votes VARCHAR, notes VARCHAR)
### Question:
How many votes were cast when the notes reported lost to incumbent vic gilliam?
### Answer:
SELECT votes FROM table_name_51 WHERE notes = "lost to incumbent vic gilliam"