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Dan Snow's History Hit
Will This Be America's Closest Election Ever?
Nov 1, 2024
The podcast takes a close look at the upcoming US Presidential election, discussing its razor-thin margins and the role of pivotal swing states. It delves into the complexities of the electoral system, historical elections like 2016 and 1824, and the impact of disenfranchisement. Expect riveting stories from the contentious 19th-century elections, including the dramatic battle between Grover Cleveland and James Blaine. The intricacies of how close calls have shaped America’s political landscape are explored, highlighting the unpredictable nature of elections.
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- The upcoming 2024 US election is poised to be extremely close, particularly in seven pivotal swing states that could decisively favor either candidate.
- The unique Electoral College system complicates the definition of close elections, often allowing outcomes that differ from the popular vote.
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The Current State of the Election
The upcoming 2024 US presidential election is shaping up to be incredibly close, particularly in seven key swing states that could favor either Trump or Harris. Polls indicate that the two candidates are separated by a minimal margin, often within two percentage points, highlighting the uncertainty surrounding the election outcome. This situation has led many to label the election as potentially the closest in history, yet such claims evoke skepticism when considering the extensive history of US elections. A thorough examination of past contests reveals that while close elections certainly exist, the current race may not surpass some of the particularly narrow contests of the past.
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