- The 26th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution set a minimum voting age of 18 years for federal elections.
- A candidate must win a majority of electoral votes, 270, to win a presidential election.
- In 1845, an act was passed setting election day as the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November
- A president is called "lame duck" after the election has taken place but before the new president takes office
PERSONALITY

What's Your Election Style?
There's nothing like a presidential election to whip the nation into a frenzy. Every four years Americans enjoy the privilege of choosing their leader, and for those who thrive on politics, there's always a local, state, or national election to get the adrenaline pumping.
Here are some election facts:
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