Election Results and Trends in High Point, NC
In the last Presidential election, High Point, NC voted predominantly Democrat, with 50.1% of voters casting their ballot for Biden, while 48.5% of voters in High Point voted for Trump, and other parties voting 1.4%. Based on these voting patterns, High Point is considered a slightly leaning liberal city. Specifically, it ranks 76th out of the most populated 333 cities in the United States in terms of conservatism based on the 2020 Presidential election results. Conversely, when looking at the liberal voting patterns in the 2020 election, High Point ranks 252nd out of the 333 most populated cities, indicating a relatively low liberal vote.
Presidential Elections Voting Trend
High Point, North Carolina, has generally leaned conservative in Presidential elections over the last 25 years. The city supported Bob Dole in 1996, George W. Bush (2000 and 2004), John McCain (2008), Mitt Romney (2012), and Donald Trump (2016 and 2020). The trend has been consistent with the broader conservative leaning of the state, although the margins of victory have fluctuated, reflecting the complex demographics of the city.
Local Elections
At the local or city level, High Point has seen a mix of conservative and liberal representation over the last 25 years. While the City Council and mayoral races are nonpartisan, candidates often align with certain ideologies or political affiliations. The political landscape at the local level often focuses on specific community issues and leadership qualities rather than national party platforms, leading to varied election results.
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