The Atlantic has, for 42 election cycles, examined candidates' fitness, public voting inclinations, and the resilience of democratic institutions during presidential elections.
One cover story from October 1980 envisioned an inauguration with no new President due to a deadlock, reflecting national anxieties about electoral outcomes.
Exploring party loyalty’s impact, one 1920 essay revealed how debates between friends highlighted the tension between independent thought and partisan allegiance.
The covers from presidential election years provide insights into the enduring national concerns and the evolving narrative of American democracy over time.
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