Author: GISGeography

In 1808, James Madison became the 4th president of the United States. He dominated with 122 electoral votes, which represented 70% of total voting.

In the 4th presidential election in American history, incumbent Thomas Jefferson wished for re-election against Charles Pinckney of the Federalist party.

Although the results were disputed, Thomas Jefferson became the third president in American history after gaining 73 electoral votes in the election of 1800.

This election was a very tight race between John Adams and Thomas Jefferson. But Adams became the 2nd president of the United States with 71 electoral votes.

In 1792, George Washington served his second term as president. He didn’t have any opposition after winning 132 total (or 100%) of electoral votes.

The election of 1789 was between the Federalists & Anti-Federalists. Both factions sided with George Washington as he unanimously became the first president.