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Will This Be America's Closest Election Ever?
Dan Snow's History Hit
Close Calls: A History of American Elections
This chapter examines a critical moment in American electoral history where a third-party candidate fractured Republican support, allowing Woodrow Wilson to seize victory. It delves into the narrow margins of key elections, including those of JFK vs. Nixon and Al Gore vs. George W. Bush, exploring how unforeseen events can dramatically influence outcomes and the implications for future contests.
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