Wisconsin's political landscape has seen significant shifts over the past few decades. Historically favoring Republicans from the mid-1940s to 1984, the state witnessed a Democratic winning streak from 1988 to 2012, with the 2000 and 2004 elections being particularly close. However, in 2016, former President Donald Trump managed to secure victory in Wisconsin by a narrow margin of 0.7 percent, breaking the Democratic streak.
Despite polls indicating otherwise, Trump's unexpected win in 2016 highlighted the state's unpredictable nature in elections. In 2020, Democrats regained control in Wisconsin as President Joe Biden secured a victory by the same slim margin of 0.7 percent.
Wisconsin's electoral significance was further emphasized by the selection of Milwaukee as the location for the Republican nominating convention in July. Additionally, Vice President Kamala Harris held her first top-of-the-ticket rally in the state, underlining its importance in the political landscape.
Looking ahead, Democrats are aiming to replicate their success in 2020 by focusing on winning key states like Wisconsin, Michigan, and Pennsylvania. This strategy, known as the 'blue wall,' aims to offset any potential losses in sunbelt states and secure a path to victory in the upcoming elections.
