Election of 1928
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Who won?
Hoover won.
Telegram from NC Senator Lee Overman to Democratic Party candidate Alfred Smith's secretary pledging North Carolina's support
Hoover defeated Smith in the popular vote and an electoral vote landslide. Hoover became the first Republican to win a significant number of southern states with Tennessee, Florida, North Carolina, Virginia, and Texas moving into the Republican column.
| Candidates | Popular Vote | Electoral College Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Hoover/Curtis | 58.2% | 83.6% (444) |
| Smith/Robinson | 40.8% | 16.4% (87) |
What happened during or as a result of Hoover's presidency?
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