1980 Election Facts That Will Blow Your Mind!

The 1980 United States Presidential Election Was Held on November 4, 1980.

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Ronald Reagan, the Republican Nominee and Former California Governor, Defeated Incumbent Democratic President Jimmy Carter in a Landslide.

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Carter's Unpopularity and Poor Relations With Democratic Leaders Led to an Unsuccessful Challenge From Senator Ted Kennedy.

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Reagan Secured the Republican Nomination After His Primary Opponents, Including George H. W. Bush and John B. Anderson, Dropped Out.

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Anderson Ran as an Independent Candidate in the General Election With Patrick Lucey as His Running Mate.

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Reagan's Campaign Focused on Increased Defense Spending, Supply-Side Economics, and a Balanced Budget.

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Carter's Campaign Struggled Due to the Iran Hostage Crisis and a Worsening Economy.

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Reagan Won 489 Electoral College Votes to Carter's 49, With 50.7% of the Popular Vote.

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