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Election game changers: How swing states hold all the power
Why do swing states hold the key in determining the outcome of U.S. elections?
What are the swing states of United States of America? How these states rule the electoral game? What makes them significantly influential?
The kingmaker swing states are also known as 'battleground states' that hold the power to swing the electoral game.
During U.S. presidential elections the electoral result in these states can either be in favour of Republicans or Democrats. These states lack a stable public opinion so, voting patterns can swing in any direction. Their outcomes often determine the result of the election, shaping the presidential race.
Why swing states lack a clear party preference?
The states lack a consistent political party preference, as majority of the voters do not support a single party consistently.
Therefore, candidates focus more on these states during election campaigns, keeping in view their crucial role.
The battleground states lacks a clear party preference because of several important reasons, mainly due to diverse demographics, local issues, independent voters and economic shifts.
What are the seven swing states:
- Arizona
- Pennsylvania
- Nevada
- Georgia
- North Carolina
- Wisconsin
- Michigan