Demographic Shifts: Demographic shifts refer to changes over time in the composition of a population with respect to various characteristics such as age range or racial/ethnic makeup. These shifts can have an impact on voting patterns.
Swing States: Swing states are states where the outcome of an election is unpredictable, and either major political party has a realistic chance of winning. Voting patterns in swing states often receive significant attention during elections.
Political Polarization: Political polarization refers to the divergence of political attitudes and beliefs between two opposing groups or ideologies. It can influence voting patterns as different groups align themselves with specific parties or candidates.