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Who became the official Republican nominee for president at the party convention in Milwaukee?
Who became the official Republican nominee for president at the party convention in Milwaukee?
What is the minimum number of electoral college votes needed to win the presidency?
What is the minimum number of electoral college votes needed to win the presidency?
What term is used for states where candidates focus their campaigns as outcomes are uncertain?
What term is used for states where candidates focus their campaigns as outcomes are uncertain?
What political agenda is primarily associated with the Democratic Party?
What political agenda is primarily associated with the Democratic Party?
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What is the procedure called where the two main parties nominate candidates for presidency?
What is the procedure called where the two main parties nominate candidates for presidency?
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What happens in most states when a candidate wins the highest number of votes?
What happens in most states when a candidate wins the highest number of votes?
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Which two parties dominate the presidential election process in the United States?
Which two parties dominate the presidential election process in the United States?
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What is the significance of the electoral college in US presidential elections?
What is the significance of the electoral college in US presidential elections?
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What is the purpose of the official meetings held by both Republican and Democratic parties in the summer?
What is the purpose of the official meetings held by both Republican and Democratic parties in the summer?
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Explain the significance of swing states in the context of presidential elections.
Explain the significance of swing states in the context of presidential elections.
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What occurs during Inauguration Day and why is it significant?
What occurs during Inauguration Day and why is it significant?
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How do presidential candidates choose their running mates, and what is this individual called?
How do presidential candidates choose their running mates, and what is this individual called?
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What role does Super Tuesday play in the presidential primary process?
What role does Super Tuesday play in the presidential primary process?
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Study Notes
Presidential Nomination Process
- The two major political parties in the US, the Democrats and Republicans, nominate their candidates through a series of state primaries and caucuses.
- The Republican nominee for the 2024 election is former president Donald Trump.
- The Democratic nominee for the 2024 election is Vice President Kamala Harris.
- Independent candidates can also run for president.
Electoral College System
- The winner of the presidential election is not the person who receives the most votes nationwide, but the candidate who wins the Electoral College.
- Each state has a certain number of electoral votes based on its population.
- There are a total of 538 electoral votes, and a candidate needs 270 or more to win the presidency.
Battleground States
- Most states consistently lean towards one party or the other.
- The focus is usually on a dozen or so states where either party could win, known as battleground or swing states.
- It is possible for a candidate to win the popular vote nationwide (like Hillary Clinton in 2016) but lose the Electoral College.
Congressional Elections
- Congress consists of the House of Representatives, with 435 seats up for election, and the Senate, with 34 seats being contested in 2024.
Post-Election Period
- The period after the election is referred to as the transition period if there is a change in the presidency.
- It can take a few days to count all the votes and determine the winner.
Presidential Elections in the US
- Citizens vote for their preferred candidate in a presidential election.
- There are two main political parties in the US: Democrats and Republicans.
- Party members vote for their preferred candidate in the primary.
- The winner of the primary is the candidate for the upcoming election.
- In 2024, party members will vote in August to decide their candidate.
- The candidate that receives the majority of the electoral votes is the winner.
- The candidate who wins the election holds a victory speech.
- The new president is sworn in during the third week of January at the US Capitol.
- Candidates often campaign to let people know what they stand for, and to try to appeal to voters by meeting with communities, giving speeches, and participating in debates.
Swing States
- Swing states are those in US presidential elections where the population can change their party allegiance, resulting in a potential win for either candidate.
- They're also known as battleground states.
Running Mates
- Candidates who run for president need to select a running mate to be their vice-president.
- This person is often referred to as the "running mate".
### Primary Elections
- Voters go to a polling booth to cast their ballot.
- Presidential candidates hold conventions in the summer during which they announce their presidential candidate.
Super Tuesday
- Super Tuesday is when most states vote in the primary election.
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Explore the intricacies of the US presidential nomination and election process. Learn about the roles of major political parties, the Electoral College system, and the significance of battleground states in determining the winner. This quiz will enhance your understanding of electoral dynamics in the 2024 election.
