Before that, the color distinction would switch each presidential election cycle. Here's a look at how red and blue became the colors of the election and why it changed to signify certain parties.

The U.S., France, Chile and more all have this commonality: red, white and blue flags. Here's why, as explained by Ted Kaye of the North American Vexillological Association.

The idea of “red states” and “blue states” may feel deeply embedded in the symbolism of US politics, but before 2000 the colors were often the other way around.

LeBron James waves the American flag's red, white and blue colors along with members of his delegation in a boat sailing along the Seine at the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympics.