In a very bitter, polarized, nasty election, characterized by vicious lies and slanders by both parties, _____________ is elected President of the United States.
2000: (November 7) United States presidential election, 2000: Republican candidate Texas Governor George W. Bush defeats Democratic Vice President Al Gore in the closest election in history, but the final outcome is not known for over a month because of disputed votes in Florida.
2008: November 4 - In the United States presidential election, Barack Obama becomes the 44th President of the United States and Joe Biden becomes the 47th Vice President. In turn, Barack Obama becomes the first African-American President-elect.