The American Presidential Election of 1804

The American Presidential Election of 1804

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The 1804 presidential election saw Thomas Jefferson, the Democratic Republican candidate, seeking reelection against Federalist Charles C. Pinckney. This election was the first after the 12th Amendment, which changed how electors voted for President and Vice President. Jefferson distanced himself from his Vice President, Aaron Burr, after Burr killed Alexander Hamilton in a duel. Jefferson's popularity soared due to achievements like the Louisiana Purchase. The Federalists ran a weak campaign, and Jefferson won by a large margin, receiving 162 electoral votes to Pinckney's 14. This victory marked a significant blow to the Federalist Party.

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Who was elected as Vice President alongside Thomas Jefferson in the 1804 election?

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What was the margin of victory for Jefferson in the popular vote during the 1804 election?

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