battleground states

Alabama

Capital: Montgomery

Election History: Alabama was long a Democratic stronghold, especially in the period after Reconstruction and up until the 1960s due to the dominance of the "Dixiecrats." However, following the passage of civil rights legislation, the state began to shift towards the Republicans, particularly in presidential elections.

Arizona

Capital: Phoenix

Election History: Initially considered a Republican state, but in recent decades, it has become more of a swing state. In 2020, Joe Biden became the first Democrat to win Arizona since 1996, reflecting demographic changes and the growth of Phoenix.

Florida

Capital: Tallahassee

Election History: One of the key battleground states. Known for its close election results, especially in 2000 when George W. Bush defeated Al Gore by just a few hundred votes, leading to a recount of ballots.

Georgia

Capital: Atlanta

Election History: Historically a Republican state, but in recent elections, it has become more of a swing state. In 2020, Joe Biden won in Georgia, which was the first time in several decades.

Michigan

Capital: Lansing

Election History: Was a key state in the 2016 election where Donald Trump managed to defeat Hillary Clinton by capturing support in industrial areas. However, in 2020, the state supported Democrats again.

Nevada

Capital: Carson City

Election History: Nevada has become more Democratic in recent years, particularly due to population growth in Las Vegas. In 2020, the state again supported Democrats.

Pennsylvania

Capital: Harrisburg

Election History: Another key battleground state. Donald Trump won here in 2016, which was unexpected, but in 2020, the state returned to the Democrats.

Ohio

Capital: Columbus

Election History: Ohio is often called the "bellwether" state because in recent decades, its winner typically became the president. Trump won Ohio in 2016, but historically, the state has shown fluctuations between parties.

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