How each state voted for president since 1988

I am always curious about history and trends, especially when it comes to politics.

The upcoming presidential election is a defining moment in our history as a nation. It is interesting to see how each state has voted previously in prior elections. While this cannot predict what the outcome of this election will be, it can give a snapshot of the electorate in prior years.

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The following chart shows how each state voted in presidential elections from 1988 to 2020. Click or tap on a line to see a breakdown of election results.