Kamala Harris' election would defy history. Just 1 sitting VP has been elected president since 1836

If elected in 2024, Kamala Harris would be only the second sitting vice president to win the presidency since 1836, after George H.W. Bush, a historical pattern she faced as her fall campaign began.

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The Boston GlobeLean Left· 762d ago

Kamala Harris’s election would defy history. Just one sitting VP has been elected president since 1836.

Bangor Daily NewsLean Left· 762d ago· ran in 6 outlets

Kamala Harris' election would defy history. Just 1 sitting VP has been elected president since 1836

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Local News 8Center· 762d ago

Kamala Harris' election would defy history. Just 1 sitting VP has been elected president since 1836

WDIO DuluthCenter· 762d ago

Kamala Harris' election would defy history. Just 1 sitting VP has been elected president since 1836

WMURCenter· 762d ago

If elected, Harris would be only the second sitting VP elected president since 1836

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MyNorthwestLean Right· 762d ago

Kamala Harris' election would defy history. Just 1 sitting VP has been elected president since 1836

Washington TimesLean Right· 762d ago

Kamala Harris’ election would defy history. Just 1 sitting VP has been elected president since 1836

TribliveLean Right· 762d ago

Kamala Harris' election would defy history. Just 1 sitting VP has been elected president since 1836

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