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From Reagan to Obama: Watch news coverage of historic presidential elections

By and Ken Ashley
Published  November 1, 2024 7:28am CDT
2024 Election
FOX 5 NY

That Was the News Then: Past Elections Revisited

From Jimmy Carter’s epic loss and the election that introduced us to the words "hanging chads" to Obama’s historic win, relive the twists and turns of some of the most memorable U.S. presidential elections.

NEW YORK - Tuesday marks the 60th presidential election in U.S. history.

And this toss-up race will be one for the history books: If Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris wins, she will become the first woman president. If Republican former President Donald Trump is victorious, he will be the second president to lose re-election and come back again to win.

In this special episode of FOX 5’s "That Was The News Then," we’re taking a look back at some of these pivotal presidential races, from Jimmy Carter’s epic 1980 loss to Ronald Reagan to Barack Obama’s barrier-breaking victory.

Barack Obama's 2008 victory speech

Plus, we revisit the year "hanging chads" became a part of the American vernacular, as the 2000 race between George W. Bush and Al Gore was too close to call.

Protesters in New York City's Time Square demand a recount in the 2000 election

The FOX 5 series "That Was The News Then" takes you back to the days of antennas and static, revealing what New Yorkers were watching on the news in the 1970s, 80s, 90s and beyond. You can watch more episodes by downloading the FOX LOCAL app on your phone or connected TV.