The American Presidential Election of 1916

The 33rd Presidential Election in 1916 occurred amidst World War One, with Europe in turmoil. President Woodrow Wilson, running on a neutrality platform, faced Republican Charles Evans Hughes. Wilson's campaign emphasized keeping the U.S. out of war, while Hughes advocated for military readiness. The Progressive Party struggled after Theodore Roosevelt declined to run, and the Socialist and Prohibition parties also fielded candidates. Wilson narrowly won re-election, but his promise of peace was soon challenged as the U.S. moved closer to entering the war.

Which party did Charles Evans Hughes represent in the election?

What was the percentage of the popular vote received by Woodrow Wilson?

What were the reasons for the Republicans' loss in the election?