2000 Election
The 2000 election was the closest in American history. Al Gore the current Vice President faced off against George W. Bush in an election that came down to a few hundred votes in the state of Florida. In a 5-4 Supreme Court decision the court declared Bush the winner on December 14.
Overall Results
Florida
Al Gore went on national television to concede the election after the Supreme Court ruling.
See more on the 2000 election at 270ToWin.
Here is an interesting video of Al Gore in 2001, presiding over the joint session of Congress to count the electoral votes and declare himself the loser.
SwingState Strategy Hints
For the player that is assigned Al Gore – Adding resources to Florida is the most straightforward move, with the 25 electoral votes easily turning the election. But your opponent knows that too. In the example at the right, winning New Hampshire and Nevada would also put you over the top.
For the player assigned to George W. Bush – Be sure to defend Florida. You can also go after Wisconsin, Oregon, Iowa, or New Mexico which may cross up your opponent that’s determined to win Florida.
If you have a 3rd party alliance card, playing that now could be a game changer as Ralph Nader’s votes in any state will have a big impact.
