The American Presidential Election of 1952

The 42nd presidential election in 1952 saw Dwight Eisenhower defeat Adlai Stevenson. Truman faced declining popularity due to the Korean War and McCarthyism, leading to his decision not to run. The Democratic primaries were contentious, with Stevenson eventually nominated. The Republican primaries featured Eisenhower and Taft, with Eisenhower winning the nomination. Both campaigns used TV ads, marking a shift in political strategy. Eisenhower's promise to end the Korean War helped secure his victory, with a significant voter turnout and the first use of a computer to predict election results.

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