U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA)

Reagan 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.