How swing states came to be critical in U.S. presidential elections

Scott Richardson, a former restaurateur and swing voter in Pennsylvania, shares his nuanced voting history, emphasizing that his choices have always been about individuals, not parties.

David Schultz explains that swing states are crucial in modern presidential elections, stating, 'given the relative polarization and certainty of other states, these few states truly will decide the presidential election.'

The article highlights the Electoral College's role in defining swing states, noting, 'the only reason the concept of a swing state exists at all is because of the unique way the U.S. conducts presidential elections.'

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