Georgia Presidential Vote, 1948-2008
Since 1948, the Democrats have secured the state of Georgia 7 times, while the Republican party successfully secured Georgia 8 times. However, during the past 6 presidential elections, the Democrats won the state of Georgia only once, in 1992. Bill Clinton won 43.47% of the vote while incumbent President George H.W. Bush carried 42.88%, while losing his quest for a 2nd term.
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