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Welcome to Campaign Weathervane, the Roper Center for Public Opinion Research’s historical polling app. Jump into the time machine, select your year, and navigate the winds of public opinion through American history!

Go back in time to win the presidency and change the world for the better! As you navigate the winds of public opinion through American history, you’ll answer each question according to how you think the American public would have felt at the time. Your goal is to gain favorability and, ultimately, a seat in the Oval Office!

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