What are the 7 US battleground states, why are they important?
Millions of Americans will be casting their ballots on Election Day, Nov. 5, and candidates will be focusing their attention on "swing states" and "battleground states."
So what defines these terms and why are they so important?
Keep reading to learn more about swing and battleground states, which seven U.S. states are considered swing states in the 2024 presidential election and why they matter.
What is a swing state, battleground state?
Swing states, also known as battleground states, are those where both major political parties have a strong chance of winning. These states do not consistently favor Democrats nor Republicans, making them pivotal in determining the outcome of presidential elections.
What are the 7 swing states in the US?
The seven U.S. swing states in the 2024 presidential election are Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin.
Why are swing states, battleground states important?
Since swing states, also known as battleground states, do not consistently favor one political party, both Republican and Democratic candidates have a significant chance of winning.
Due to their competitive nature, swing states receive the bulk of campaign attention. Their unpredictability also means that winning these states can be the deciding factor in securing the necessary electoral votes to win the presidency.
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