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My Election Maps! 🇲🇽🇫🇷🇪🇸🇬🇧 🧵
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2012 Mexican Election 🇲🇽 After 12 years out of power, the PRI strikes back with force, and to date, it is the last time they won the presidency. The charismatic and photogenic governor of the State of Mexico, Enrique Peña Nieto, sailed to Los Pinos on July 1st 🧵
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MAP DUMP! Since I won't be posting US maps for a while, here some American election maps that I did, but never posted lol Hope you guys enjoy this! *Some might not be completed*
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@GenZForDeSantis The best time to delete your tweet was after you posted it, the second best time to delete it is right now.
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🇫🇷Presidentielle 1981: "Decline, decadence, destruction, disarray" In the context of inflation, high unemployment, and a widespread sense of crisis, France would see a rematch of 1974 between the incumbent Valéry Giscard d'Estaing and the socialist François Mitterrand.🧵
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...and she did it with high heels.
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The Right Texan in the White House (Retweets are appreciated :D)
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An Extraordinary Man For Extraordinary Times (RTs are appreciated :D)
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🇫🇷 Présidentielle 1995: "La France pour Tous" In 1981, Francois Mitterrand became the first Socialist president in the history of the 5th Republic, the 1995 election, however, will be between former PM, Jacques Chirac, and former President of the PS, Lionel Jospin. 🧵
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The Egg Yolk's World: What if Dewey defeated Truman
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2012 Mexican Election 🇲🇽 After 12 years out of power, the PRI strikes back with force, and to date, it is the last time they won the presidency. The charismatic and photogenic governor of the State of Mexico, Enrique Peña Nieto, sailed to Los Pinos on July 1st 🧵
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He Made Us Proud The 1976 United States presidential election was a highly contentious and closely watched race between the incumbent President Gerald Ford and his challenger, Jimmy Carter. Ford managed to emerge victorious, defeating Carter in a close election.
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@RealAlbanianPat You fought the good fight, my friend
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In Your Heart You Know He's Right: The Hypocrite and the Crook (RTs are appreciated :D)
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Mr. Liberal: The Time for Choosing (Retweets are appreciated :D)
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@HaishaZora 👀👀👀
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The Most Wanted Man In America The 1968 presidential election was a hotly contested battle that saw the triumph of Nelson Rockefeller, the Republican candidate, over Democratic nominee Lyndon B. Johnson and third-party candidate George Wallace.
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@PfPopulist @IrishPatri0t Yeah, that’s what happens when you’re an unappealing candidate; when the ideas a candidate spouts don’t resonate with you you’re not going to vote for them.
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So, I simulated what a Pecresse-Hidalgo match-up would look like, and this is what it came up with. Thoughts?
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Should US election Wiki maps be updated? I feel they are lacking in some areas compared to other maps.
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After my flop with Île-de-France in my last simulated election, I've now simulated a hypothetical second round between Macron and Mélenchon. I've purposefully made it a 50-50 result so their coalitions could be better appreciated. I could make a commune map, but we'll see.
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THE TIMES The Darkest Hour: Roosevelt's Resolute Triumph Illuminates a Nation in Turmoil A Grueling Battle of Ideologies, Personal Loss, and International Intrigue—Roosevelt Emerges Victorious for a War-Weary America
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A New Day for Arkansas LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS - In a nail-biting election that kept the entire state on edge, Governor Winthrop Rockefeller has won a historic re-election victory, defying the odds and overcoming formidable opposition to secure a third term in office.
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Not Chirac winning Paris with 60% of the vote
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@_Reaganite_ I love him because of this now
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Well, now I remember how much of a pain it was to map a year ago lol The good old days ig
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A sneak peak of an upcoming map...
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@TheRealAleksee Mike DeWine has a very interesting electoral history lol
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@ai_politicsusa She is winning Iowa this time
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I am the President of the United States and I'm not going to eat more broccoli!
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Based on the polling done by @MassiveCaller this is where the race for the Chamber of Deputies is at at this point. Light colours reflect districts where the candidate is leading by less than 5%. MORENA-PVEM-PT: 163 PAN-PRI-PRD: 125 MC: 12
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@Faj873 @TheAleksee There’s a difference between being progressive and populist imo
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Some maps I'll make once I find data by municipality
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@tickenham345 @_Reaganite_ And? Not all Americans believe in the Bible. What makes you think that all Americans, regardless of their religion (if they have one at all), ought to follow what the Bible says?
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An interesting perspective for sure
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@atelections What drugs are you on? lol
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Before the election, Richards had a high approval rating due to the strength of the state economy. However, Bush's campaigning on cultural and religious issues resonated with many Texan voters, and the race was considered a tossup on election day.
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In 1972, Birch Bayh emerged as a beacon of hope, challenging Nixon's divisive administration. His progressive vision captivated a diverse range of voters across the nation, uniting them around issues like civil rights, women's rights, and the environment.
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Love it that even when Mitterrand won the election, Giscard d'Estaing still won Paris Anyways, I do have around 35 other departments done already, but just wanted to give you all a sneak peak
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LETS GOOOOO!!
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What a mess, but at least I'm getting somewhere. Now, I just need to figure out how to properly colour a map, and I need to fix the data so that it all aligns lol Well, on the bright side, a nice graphic is coming for you all soon!
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I don't even know why I'm doing this -- it is madness
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@ET_Californian Perhaps people should’ve voted for her
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@RJ_maps Hillary has been fighting for the freedoms of women her entire life, if it bothers you that the Dems are acknowledging that that’s clearly a « You » problem.
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@ChristoSilvia @gavinbena Canadians will no longer have to pretend they are different to us.
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@_L4nd0n And he didn’t even get a Wikipedia picture.
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My Election Maps [THREAD]
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THE TIMES The Darkest Hour: Roosevelt's Resolute Triumph Illuminates a Nation in Turmoil A Grueling Battle of Ideologies, Personal Loss, and International Intrigue—Roosevelt Emerges Victorious for a War-Weary America
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The fiercely contested campaign saw Bayh crisscrossing the country, leveraging his legislative record and charisma to champion healthcare, education, and economic equality. His message of inclusivity and social justice resonated with voters seeking change.
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@AltosAlt Under which country?
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@gavinbena This Hillary can’t lose though
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@PunishedLink From what I recall it was until two or three weeks before the elections that 538 started to include Republican polls into its avatares and it screwed it up pretty bad, before that I had thought the forecast was decent. Although, the Economist did a better job.
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Paris has fallen 😔
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...within the party. Her impressive victory over the president's son in the 1994 midterm elections only further bolstered her reputation as a formidable force in politics.
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The 1974 election had resulted in a tight victory for the centrist liberal, Giscard, while Mitterrand had lost his second bid for the Elysee Palais. It has been seven years since then, and the country is sickened by the constant state of crisis, mostly due to bad economic times.
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@bobaelietist Good, it was giving the wrong vibes lmao
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@JakeAnbinder Jake, your point of view should be ignored.
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Bayh's final rally in St Louis symbolized his remarkable journey, energizing supporters with a passionate speech on integrity and a new era of leadership. The atmosphere was electric, fueling a wave of enthusiasm for the new voice he represented.
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Birch Bayh's victory in 1972 marked a shift towards progress and unity. His leadership resonated with voters seeking change, and his presidency promised a more inclusive future. The election ended Nixon's reign and began a new chapter in American history.
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Thank you all for 600 followers!! I’ll get to work on the next map now ;)
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@admcrlsn Nah, that’s just how pre-Obama politics worked. The West Wing had far crazier maps lol
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Election Day arrived with the nation holding its breath. The vote count remained close, with Bayh winning big states like New York and Pennsylvania while Nixon upset the odds in Maryland. The Midwest swung significantly for Bayh, securing a razor-thin victory in Missouri.
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The 1968 election was marked by allegations of corruption, fatigue with Republican governments, general worker discontent, and a deep sense of desperation surrounding the Vietnam War. The Republican Party was deeply divided, with liberals, mainstream...
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@GovernorGa_ @riskytaxi And? It was 2014, the state had shifted dramatically to the GOP from where it was back when she was first elected. Reaching 44% was a pretty decent showing for her considering the circumstances. What’s embarrassing is the way the Dems performed in 2023 lmao
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... and Michigan. However, Dirksen faced leaks of support in the Northeast and Midwest, as Gore and the Democrats capitalized on promises to reform the welfare system, strengthen unions, and promote equality in urban communities.
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Nixon's burdened by Watergate and faced an uphill battle, as the scandal shattered trust and fueled disillusionment. Bayh's rise in polling reflected dissatisfaction with Nixon's handling of the economy and the erosion of his credibility.
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@BeUhNurd I feel margins would be nice as well as some additional graphs. Here are some examples of what I mean: (First pic was posted by u/Mc_What)
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Gore's victory marked a significant shift in American politics. His campaign had successfully tapped into the growing discontent among workers, urban communities, and activists.
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@WorldMappingIII You’ll literally ignore anything that’s inconvenient for the narrative that you want to build lol
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In his mandate, Giscard sought to modernise French society and its economy. He deregulated industry, reduced state intervention, promoted free trade, expanded the nuclear power program, legalised abortion in '75, and lowered the voting age from 21 to 18.
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In one of the debates, Dirksen said of Gore, "Well, isn’t it quite the spectacle to witness Mr. Gore championing civil rights with one hand, while conveniently upholding the poll tax with the other?”
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I might be a bit naive about this, but what is stopping the non-Ciotti faction of LR from merging with Macron’s party? I mean, in the end, even the candidacy of Pécresse was criticised as being too similar to Macron’s in 2022
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EXCLU @Challenges Sondage législatives - ⚫️ Rassemblement national : 220 à 250 sièges - 🔴 Nouveau Front populaire : 135 à 165 sièges - 🟡 Ensemble : 95 à 130 sièges - 🔵 Les Républicains : 30 à 50 sièges - ⚫️ Les Républicains-Ciotti : 15 à 30 sièges - ⚪️ Autres : 10 à 20 sièges
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Follow for more Alternate History maps!
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On November 5, 1968, Election Day finally arrived. The turnout was high, reflecting the intense interest and engagement among voters. As the results came in, it became increasingly clear that Gore had secured a decisive victory. He carried most of the key battleground states, ...
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As the campaign reached its climax, Ann Richards emerged triumphant, securing a decisive win in the electoral college. Her ability to forge personal connections with voters, coupled with her impressive track record as governor and her genuine southern charm, resonated...
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... voice from the Democratic South, became the nominee. With roots in the South, Gore represented a border state in the Senate and advocated for greater protections for workers, strengthening unions, and government programs to aid the less fortunate in society.
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The Republicans countered with endorsements from prominent figures, such as former President Eisenhower and Governor Rockefeller, and criticized Gore's alleged hypocrisy on civil rights and cultural issues.
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The 1996 U.S. general election ignited with fervour following the conclusion of the Republican and Democratic conventions, setting the stage for an intense and closely contested race. Surprisingly, no candidate managed to secure significant support in the polls.
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Bayh's triumph represented a turning point in American history, with his progressive agenda and promise of inclusivity shaping a new chapter. The election of 1972 will be forever remembered as a historic moment that brought change and hope to the nation.
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... including Texas, Michigan, Virginia, and Florida effectively securing the electoral votes needed to win the presidency. It was a historic moment for the Democratic Party, as they ended their 20-year drought and reclaimed the White House.
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@gavinbena I saw it weeks ago and it was amazing. I truly wish it had lasted longer.
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The Republicans, however, faced a tumultuous selection process. Vice President Dan Quayle, once viewed as the natural successor to President George H. W. Bush, encountered fierce competition from California governor Pete Wilson. Quayle's lackluster debate...
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Mitterrand would then call for legislative elections, where the Socialists would win an outright majority. Although Chirac would once again become Prime Minister in '86, and then president in '95, Mitterrand would become the longest-serving French president to date (14 years).
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In the end, inflation, 1,7 million in unemployment, and the state of crisis that the country was in, besides the division in the Right, allowed Mitterrand to come out victorious and put an end to 23 continuous years of rule by the Right.
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... the candidates, placing the focus squarely on ethics and integrity. With the momentum in their favor, the Democrats gained a significant advantage heading into the final days of the campaign.
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The Democratic Party faced its own challenges, having not won a presidential election in 20 years. They struggled to achieve party unity, as different factions agreed on economic policy but had significant disputes on cultural issues. Ultimately, Al Gore Sr., a rare liberal...
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In a stunning twist, Bayh emerged victorious, securing 280 electoral votes to Nixon's 258. The nation celebrated a seismic shift in American politics as Birch Bayh became the 37th President, marking the end of Nixon's term and the start of a brighter and more inclusive future.
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...with Americans across the nation. Richards' victory not only marked a significant milestone for the Democratic Party but also demonstrated the power of a unifying message in an increasingly divided political landscape.
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...Republicans, and conservatives vying for control. Led by Everett Dirksen, the conservatives saw an opportunity to have their candidate nominated at the convention.
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Moreover, he strongly advocated European integration and the European Union in general; his party won the EU elections in '79 and was able to designate the EU president.
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Throughout the campaign, Johnson faced significant opposition within his own party, with a growing number of Democrats dissatisfied with his leadership.
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