By F&S Politics | U.S. Presidential Election
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Key 2024 battleground states: Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin.
Battleground states, also known as swing states, play a pivotal role in determining the outcome of presidential elections. These states, known for their unpredictability in consistently voting for a particular party, become the focus of intense campaigning and political attention during elections. Traditionally, battleground states vary from election to election. Still, some have recurrently held this status due to their evenly balanced mix of voters from different political affiliations—states like Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin have swung between Democrats and Republicans, making them crucial battlegrounds. Below is the voting history of the battleground states that will likely determine the outcome of the 2024 presidential election.
Arizona (11 electoral votes)
Once considered a reliably Republican state, Arizona has seen a significant demographic shift, leading to its emergence as a swing state. The growing Hispanic/Latino population and suburban voters' changing preferences have contributed to its newfound battleground status. In the 2020 presidential election, Joe Biden won the state with 49.36% of the vote to Trump's 49.06%. Joe Biden was the first Democratic nominee to win the state of Arizona since Bill Clinton in 1996.
Georgia (16 electoral votes)
Long considered a Republican stronghold, Georgia's evolution into a swing state is a testament to its changing demographics and shifting political landscape. In the 2020 presidential election, Joe Biden won the state with 49.50% of the vote to Trump’s 49.26%. Joe Biden was the first Democratic nominee to win the state of Georgia since Bill Clinton in 1992.
Michigan (15 electoral votes)
With a history deeply rooted in manufacturing and industry, Michigan's swing state status is tied closely to economic factors. Its Rust Belt identity, urban-suburban divides, and concerns about infrastructure and economic revitalization make it a battleground state where both parties vie for support. In the 2020 presidential election, Joe Biden won the state with 50.60% of the vote to Trump’s 47.80%.
Nevada (6 electoral votes)
Nevada's swing state status can be attributed to its diverse population, including a significant Hispanic/Latino demographic and a mix of urban and rural areas. In the 2020 presidential election, Joe Biden won the state with 50.06% of the vote to Trump’s 47.67%.
North Carolina (16 electoral votes)
Suburban growth, demographic changes, and evolving social dynamics influence North Carolina's swing state status. In the 2020 presidential election, Donald Trump won the state with 49.93% of the vote to Biden’s 48.59%.
Pennsylvania (19 electoral votes)
Pennsylvania's swing state status stems from its diverse demographics, including urban centers and rural communities. In the 2020 presidential election, Joe Biden won the state with 50.01% of the vote to Trump’s 48.84%.
Wisconsin (10 electoral votes)
Wisconsin's swing state status is tied to its manufacturing heritage and the concerns of its working-class population. In the 2020 presidential election, Joe Biden won the state with 49.45% of the vote to Trump’s 48.82%.
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