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Opportunity States

Pick a State, Pick a County, Pick a Strategy...

Each of these states represent multiple opportunities.

Some are barely purple states with counties that largely vote red, but have low voter registration. 

 

Others are on the cusp of flipping blue and just need a nudge.

 

One thing is for certain: The more we flip blue, the better our chances of regaining our democracy.

So pick your strategy - but please help. Make your campaign dollars work harder by funding the places that need it most.

Then fund the fight at the grassroots level.

ARIZONA

In the 2024 U.S. presidential election, Arizona reverted to Republican control when Donald Trump captured the state’s 11 electoral votes, defeating Democrat Kamala Harris with about 52.2% to 46.7% of the vote. more...

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MICHIGAN

In the 2024 U.S. presidential election, Michigan reverted to Republican control when Donald Trump captured the state’s 15 electoral votes, defeating Democrat Kamala Harris with about 49.7% to 48.3% of the vote.

This margin of victory (~1.4 points) was a significant shift from 2020, as Trump successfully flipped the state back into the Republican column after losing it four years prior. The result was particularly notable as Michigan was the closest of the "Blue Wall" states to the national popular vote margin.

Voter turnout was historic, reaching approximately 74.6% of the eligible electorate—a record-breaking performance that ranked Michigan third in the nation for turnout. This surge underscores Michigan’s status as a critical environment for grassroots funding, particularly in supporting the state's expanded early voting options and permanent mail-in registry.

One notable dynamic in the state was ticket-splitting: despite Trump’s win, Michigan voters elected Democrat Elissa Slotkin to the U.S. Senate to succeed retiring Senator Debbie Stabenow. Slotkin’s narrow victory marked the first time since 1988 that Michigan voters chose a Republican for president while electing a Democrat to the Senate on the same ballot.

Overall, the result underscored Michigan’s continued status as a premier battleground, with high-stakes competition and split-ticket outcomes defining its political landscape.

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NEW HAMPSHIRE

In the 2024 U.S. presidential election, New Hampshire remained under Democratic control when Kamala Harris captured the state’s 4 electoral votes, defeating Republican Donald Trump with about 50.6% to 47.9% of the vote.

This margin of victory (~2.7 points) was significantly narrower than the 7.3-point margin seen in 2020, reflecting a tightening landscape in the Granite State. Despite the closer gap, the result continued New Hampshire's trend of backing Democratic presidential nominees in every election since 2004.

Voter turnout was historic, with approximately 74.1% of the eligible electorate participating—marking a record-breaking 834,000+ ballots cast. This high engagement reinforces New Hampshire as a primary target for grassroots funding, particularly to support its unique "first-in-the-nation" political culture and widespread use of same-day voter registration.

One notable dynamic in the state was significant ticket-splitting: despite Harris winning at the top of the ticket, Republican Kelly Ayotte won the gubernatorial race by over 9 points to succeed retiring Governor Chris Sununu. Additionally, while Democrats held both U.S. House seats, Republicans maintained control of both chambers of the state legislature, further illustrating the state's "purple" identity and voters' preference for divided government.

Overall, the result underscored New Hampshire’s status as a highly independent-minded battleground, where voters frequently balance their federal and state-level preferences across party lines.

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GEORGIA

In the 2024 U.S. presidential election, Georgia reverted to Republican control when Donald Trump captured the state’s 16 electoral votes, defeating Democrat Kamala Harris with 50.7% to 48.5% of the vote.

This margin of victory (2.2 points) was a significant reversal from the razor-thin Democratic win in 2020 and marked a return to the Republican column in a state that has become one of the nation's premier battlegrounds.

Voter turnout remained remarkably high, with approximately 68.3% of the eligible electorate participating, nearly matching the historic levels seen in 2020. Georgia continues to represent a vital opportunity for grassroots funding, particularly in the rapidly evolving Atlanta suburbs and rural counties where canvassing and voter registration efforts have proven decisive.

One notable dynamic in the state was the lack of major statewide "ticket-splitting" opportunities compared to other states; with no U.S. Senate seat on the ballot, the focus remained heavily on the top of the ticket. However, the results in several U.S. House races and state legislative contests demonstrated a persistent geographic divide, with Democrats maintaining strongholds in urban and suburban cores while Republicans regained ground in northern and rural regions.

Overall, the result underscored Georgia’s status as a highly competitive and polarized battleground, where even slight shifts in turnout among key demographics can swing the state's entire electoral weight.

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MINNESOTA

In the 2024 U.S. presidential election, Minnesota remained under Democratic control when Kamala Harris captured the state’s 10 electoral votes, defeating Republican Donald Trump with about 50.9% to 46.7% of the vote.

This margin of victory (~4.2 points) was narrower than in 2020 but extended Minnesota’s streak as the state with the longest active record of voting for Democratic presidential candidates, dating back to 1972. The result reflected a high-stakes environment, especially with Minnesota Governor Tim Walz appearing on the national ticket.

Voter turnout was among the highest in the nation, with approximately 76.4% of the eligible electorate casting ballots. While this was a slight dip from the state's historic 2020 levels, Minnesota continued to be a primary target for grassroots funding to support its robust traditions of early voting and same-day registration.

One notable dynamic in the state was ticket-splitting: despite the closer presidential race, Democratic incumbent Amy Klobuchar won re-election to the U.S. Senate by a commanding margin of over 15 points. Her performance significantly outpaced the top of the ticket, illustrating a segment of the electorate that remains comfortable backing established Democratic leadership even as the presidential gap narrows.

Overall, the result underscored Minnesota’s status as a resilient but tightening battleground, where high civic engagement and split-ticket preferences continue to shape competitive outcomes across the ballot.

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NEW JERSEY

In the 2024 U.S. presidential election, New Jersey remained under Democratic control when Kamala Harris captured the state’s 14 electoral votes, defeating Republican Donald Trump with about 52% to 46.1% of the vote.

This margin of victory (~5.9 points) was a significant narrowing from 2020, representing the first time since 1992 that a Democratic presidential candidate won the state by only a single-digit margin. The result highlighted a notable shift in several key regions, with Trump achieving the highest raw vote total for a Republican in New Jersey's history.

Voter turnout was strong but saw a moderate decrease from the previous cycle, with approximately 63.9% of the eligible electorate participating. Despite its "blue" reputation, New Jersey's tightening margins represent an emerging opportunity for grassroots funding to support long-term canvassing and voter engagement, particularly in shifting suburban and coastal communities.

One notable dynamic in the state was ticket-splitting and a major shift in the political "status quo": despite the closer presidential contest, Democrat Andy Kim won the U.S. Senate race by about 9.6 points to become the state’s first Korean-American senator. Kim’s victory followed a historic primary campaign where he successfully challenged the state's "county line" ballot system, a move that fundamentally altered the state's electoral landscape.

Overall, the result underscored New Jersey’s status as a more dynamic and competitive environment than in previous decades, where evolving voter preferences and structural changes to the ballot are creating a new political reality.

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