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VisitReagan Wins Landslide Victory in 1984, U.S Turned Red with 525 Electoral Votes
Jul 14, 2024, 07:58 AM
On March 30, 1981, President Ronald Reagan was shot and wounded by John Hinckley Jr. in Washington, D.C. Despite the assassination attempt, Reagan went on to win a landslide victory in the 1984 presidential election. He carried 525 electoral votes, 49 states, and secured 58.8% of the popular vote. This significant victory underscored Reagan's enduring popularity and political strength, leading to the U.S turning red.
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