2020 United States presidential election in New Jersey

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/2020-united-states-presidential-election-in-new-jersey

1. Where is 2020 United States presidential election in New Jersey?
2. How many people live in 2020 United States presidential election in New Jersey?
3. How big is 2020 United States presidential election in New Jersey?
4. What is the capital of 2020 United States presidential election in New Jersey?
5. What is the electoral votes (2020)?
6. What is the presidential election winner (NJ, 2020)?

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1. Where is 2020 United States presidential election in New Jersey?Northeastern United States, situated between New York City and Philadelphia metropolitan areas
2. How many people live in 2020 United States presidential election in New Jersey?Approximately 9.3 million residents (2023 estimate)
3. How big is 2020 United States presidential election in New Jersey?8,722.6 square miles (22,591 km²), ranking 47th in size
4. What is the capital of 2020 United States presidential election in New Jersey?Trenton
5. What is the electoral votes (2020)?14
6. What is the presidential election winner (NJ, 2020)?Joe Biden

Electoral College: A system where electors, chosen by states, formally elect the U.S. President and Vice President, not a direct popular vote.
Demographic: Statistical data relating to the population and particular groups within it, such as age, race, and income.
Incumbent: The person currently holding a political office or position.
Swing State: A state where the results of an election are too close to call and can change from one election to the next.