In American political discourse, states are often labeled “red” for Republican or “blue” for Democratic. These political reputations are shaped by many factors, including voting patterns in national elections, the party affiliations of Governors and Congressional representatives, and state legislation.
While most states are seen as one or the other, some have less predictable political leanings. These states, which could potentially “swing” to either major party in a presidential election, are sometimes called “swing states” or “purple” states.
