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Will This Be America's Closest Election Ever?

Dan Snow's History Hit

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The Intricacies of U.S. Electoral Politics

This chapter explores the complexities and historical nuances of close elections in the United States, focusing on the relationship between raw vote counts and the Electoral College. It highlights significant elections, such as those of 2016 and 1824, and examines how political dynamics and historical contexts have influenced outcomes. The discussion underscores the challenges within the electoral system, including issues of disenfranchisement and the impact of key swing states on national elections.

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