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What was a notable trend observed in the 2012 Republican nomination process?
What was a notable trend observed in the 2012 Republican nomination process?
What is a key strategy candidates may use to stand out in crowded primaries?
What is a key strategy candidates may use to stand out in crowded primaries?
How did Donald Trump's 2016 primary campaign exemplify a successful approach?
How did Donald Trump's 2016 primary campaign exemplify a successful approach?
What significant financial activity is highlighted during the summer after nominees are set?
What significant financial activity is highlighted during the summer after nominees are set?
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What aspect of state-level conventions is primarily covered by local media?
What aspect of state-level conventions is primarily covered by local media?
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What role do delegates play at national party conventions?
What role do delegates play at national party conventions?
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What term is used to describe the issues brought by local-level delegates to state-level conventions?
What term is used to describe the issues brought by local-level delegates to state-level conventions?
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What often leaks out before the official announcement of a vice-presidential nominee?
What often leaks out before the official announcement of a vice-presidential nominee?
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Which Democratic candidate faced opposition even when the nomination seemed secured in 2016?
Which Democratic candidate faced opposition even when the nomination seemed secured in 2016?
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What was a significant factor influencing candidates' campaign strategies during the general elections?
What was a significant factor influencing candidates' campaign strategies during the general elections?
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In the 2016 election, how did Trump's campaign strategy differ from traditional approaches?
In the 2016 election, how did Trump's campaign strategy differ from traditional approaches?
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How did the COVID-19 pandemic impact the campaigning styles of the 2020 presidential candidates?
How did the COVID-19 pandemic impact the campaigning styles of the 2020 presidential candidates?
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What preparation tactic did John F. Kennedy utilize that differed from Richard Nixon’s before their debate?
What preparation tactic did John F. Kennedy utilize that differed from Richard Nixon’s before their debate?
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What percentage of voters are influenced by party membership during elections?
What percentage of voters are influenced by party membership during elections?
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What was one major difference in the campaigning of Trump and Biden in the 2020 election cycle?
What was one major difference in the campaigning of Trump and Biden in the 2020 election cycle?
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What was an impact of the first televised presidential debate in 1960?
What was an impact of the first televised presidential debate in 1960?
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Which official reads the electoral votes during the joint session of Congress?
Which official reads the electoral votes during the joint session of Congress?
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Which article of the Constitution mandates the U.S. Census every ten years?
Which article of the Constitution mandates the U.S. Census every ten years?
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What occurs during the special joint session of Congress in January following a presidential election?
What occurs during the special joint session of Congress in January following a presidential election?
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What impacts voting participation among historical demographics according to early U.S. elections?
What impacts voting participation among historical demographics according to early U.S. elections?
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How did the tradition of Election Day being in November relate to agricultural practices?
How did the tradition of Election Day being in November relate to agricultural practices?
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What main concern influenced the timing of Election Day to prevent voter obstruction?
What main concern influenced the timing of Election Day to prevent voter obstruction?
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What aspect of election campaigning was significant for candidates during debates?
What aspect of election campaigning was significant for candidates during debates?
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What happens if the Electoral College results in a tie?
What happens if the Electoral College results in a tie?
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Which instances in U.S. history were decided by the House of Representatives?
Which instances in U.S. history were decided by the House of Representatives?
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What event disrupted the final tabulation of the 2020 election results?
What event disrupted the final tabulation of the 2020 election results?
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What is a characteristic of electors in the modern Electoral College system?
What is a characteristic of electors in the modern Electoral College system?
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What was the outcome of the 2000 District of Columbia elector's vote?
What was the outcome of the 2000 District of Columbia elector's vote?
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Which statement is true regarding faithless electors?
Which statement is true regarding faithless electors?
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During which era did the shift toward state parties nominating electors begin?
During which era did the shift toward state parties nominating electors begin?
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What was one result of electors being selected by state parties?
What was one result of electors being selected by state parties?
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What was the peculiar mistake made by one Minnesota elector in 2004?
What was the peculiar mistake made by one Minnesota elector in 2004?
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Study Notes
Campaign Finances and Nominees
- Money, media attention, and voter support are crucial for becoming a nominee, more so than party leadership's preferences.
- Inexperienced candidates are increasingly running, especially for national office.
- Candidates might adopt extreme positions or exhibit charisma to stand out from the crowd.
- Primary voters are often more extreme than general voters, leading to fewer moderate candidates becoming nominees.
- Capturing media attention can launch a campaign but doesn't guarantee success.
- Moderates sometimes win nominations (e.g., Joe Biden in 2020).
- Post-nomination, campaigns focus on fundraising, as money is essential.
Post-Nomination Campaign Activities
- Media and party officials track fundraising to assess campaign strength.
- State and national conventions are held for political parties.
- Conventions typically last 4-5 days, focusing on platform discussions and candidate speeches.
- Media coverage often focuses on speeches given by candidates.
- Family members and party members are common speakers in the early days.
- Nominees for vice president and president usually speak on the next-to-last and final night.
Conventions and the Pandemic
- Conventions are usually held between June and September. State conventions come earlier.
- The party with the incumbent president typically holds their convention later.
- Conventions might be adjusted due to external factors like pandemics, for example, the 2020 conventions during COVID-19.
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Description
This quiz explores the critical aspects of campaign finances and nominee selection processes in political campaigns. It discusses the influence of media attention, fundraising dynamics, and the characteristics of candidates who run for national offices. Additionally, it highlights the importance of conventions and how they shape political platforms.
