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Introduction

In the United States, the political landscape is often divided between two major parties: the Democratic Party and the Republican Party. While both parties have supporters across the country, some states tend to lean more towards one party than the other. There are several factors that contribute to this trend, including demographics, cultural values, and historical voting patterns.

One reason why some states tend to be more democratic than republican is the diversity of their populations. States with large urban areas or high percentages of minority voters tend to support the Democratic Party. For example, California has a significant Latino population, which has traditionally supported the Democratic Party due to their views on immigration and social programs. Similarly, New York has a diverse population that includes many immigrants, African Americans, and liberal-leaning professionals who are more likely to vote for Democrats.

Another factor that contributes to the democratic leanings of certain states is the cultural values of their residents. States with a more progressive or liberal culture tend to support the Democratic Party, while states with more conservative values tend to support the Republican Party. For example, states like Vermont and Massachusetts have a strong tradition of progressive politics, which has contributed to their support for Democrats. On the other hand, states like Texas and Mississippi have a more conservative culture that tends to support Republicans.

Finally, historical voting patterns can also play a role in determining the political leanings of a state. For example, if a state has consistently voted for Democrats in past elections, it is more likely to continue doing so in the future. Similarly, if a state has a long history of supporting Republicans, it is unlikely to switch to the Democratic Party in the near future.

In conclusion, there are several reasons why some states tend to be more democratic than republican. These include demographic factors, cultural values, and historical voting patterns. While there is no single explanation for why some states lean towards one party or the other, these factors can provide insight into the political dynamics of different regions of the country.

#StateDemocratic Party VotesRepublican Party Votes
1District of Columbia92.1%5.4%
2Vermont66.1%30.7%
3Massachusetts65.6%32.1%
4Maryland65.4%32.2%
5Hawaii63.7%34.3%
6California63.5%34.3%
7New York60.9%37.8%
8Rhode Island59.4%38.6%
9Connecticut59.3%39.2%
10Delaware58.7%39.8%
11Washington58%38.8%
12Illinois57.5%40.6%
13New Jersey57.3%41.4%
14Oregon56.5%40.4%
15Colorado55.4%41.9%
16New Mexico54.3%43.5%
17Virginia54.1%44%
18Maine53.1%44%
19New Hampshire52.7%45.4%
20Minnesota52.4%45.3%
21Michigan50.6%47.8%
22Nevada50.1%47.7%
23Pennsylvania50%48.8%
24Georgia49.5%49.2%
25Arizona49.4%49.1%
26Wisconsin49.4%48.8%
27North Carolina48.6%49.9%
28Florida47.9%51.2%
29Texas46.5%52.1%
30Ohio45.2%53.3%
31Iowa44.9%53.1%
32South Carolina43.4%55.1%
33Alaska42.8%52.8%
34Kansas41.6%56.2%
35Missouri41.4%56.8%
36Mississippi41.1%57.6%
37Indiana41%57%
38Montana40.5%56.9%
39Louisiana39.9%58.5%
40Nebraska39.2%58.2%
41Utah37.6%58.1%
42Tennessee37.5%60.7%
43Alabama36.6%62%
44Kentucky36.2%62.1%
45South Dakota35.6%61.8%
46Arkansas34.8%62.4%
47Idaho33.1%63.8%
48Oklahoma32.3%65.4%
49North Dakota31.8%65.1%
50West Virginia29.7%68.6%
51Wyoming26.6%69.9%

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Alaska

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42.8%

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#22

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Arizona

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49.4%

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Arkansas

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34.8%

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California

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63.5%

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#46

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Colorado

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55.4%

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Connecticut

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59.3%

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#42

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Delaware

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58.7%

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District of Columbia

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92.1%

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Florida

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47.9%

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Georgia

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49.5%

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Hawaii

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63.7%

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Idaho

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33.1%

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Illinois

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57.5%

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#39

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Indiana

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41%

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Iowa

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44.9%

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#21

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Kansas

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41.6%

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#34

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#18

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Kentucky

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36.2%

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#44

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#7

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Louisiana

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39.9%

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#39

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#11

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Maine

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53.1%

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#34

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Maryland

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65.4%

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#48

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Massachusetts

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65.6%

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#49

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Michigan

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50.6%

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#30

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Minnesota

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52.4%

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#33

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Mississippi

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41.1%

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#36

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Missouri

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41.4%

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#35

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#17

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Montana

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40.5%

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#38

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#16

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Nebraska

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39.2%

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#40

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#12

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Nevada

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50.1%

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#31

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New Hampshire

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52.7%

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#32

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New Jersey

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57.3%

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New Mexico

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54.3%

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New York

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60.9%

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#45

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North Carolina

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48.6%

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#25

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North Dakota

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31.8%

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#49

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Ohio

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45.2%

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Oklahoma

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32.3%

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Oregon

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56.5%

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Pennsylvania

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50%

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Rhode Island

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59.4%

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South Carolina

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43.4%

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South Dakota

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35.6%

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Tennessee

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37.5%

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Texas

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46.5%

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Utah

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37.6%

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Vermont

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66.1%

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Virginia

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54.1%

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Washington

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58%

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West Virginia

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29.7%

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Wisconsin

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49.4%

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Wyoming

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26.6%

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