1936 United States presidential election in Indiana

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1936 United States presidential election in Indiana

The 1936 United States presidential election in Indiana took place on November 3, 1936, as part of the nationwide election to select the President and Vice President of the United States. Indiana was a crucial battleground state during this election, reflecting broader national trends marked by significant economic and social changes resulting from the Great Depression. The incumbent President Franklin D. Roosevelt, representing the Democratic Party, faced off against the Republican nominee, Governor Alfred M. Landon of Kansas. Roosevelt's New Deal policies garnered substantial support in urban areas, while Landon aimed to appeal to rural voters. Ultimately, Roosevelt won Indiana decisively, securing 54.8% of the popular vote compared to Landon's 45.2%, contributing to his overall re-election.