Which political party first consistently used the color red in US presidential election maps on television broadcasts, establishing what would later become the familiar "Red State/Blue State" divide?

Throughout political history, parties and campaigns have strategically used colors to create instant recognition and evoke specific emotions. From the iconic red and blue divide in the US to various color schemes worldwide, political branding through color has shaped public perception and campaign effectiveness. Test your knowledge about this fascinating intersection of political marketing and visual identity!

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Democrats used red in the 1976 election on NBC's broadcast map
Republicans used red in the 1980 election on ABC's broadcast map
Neither party - news networks used varying colors until standardizing after the 2000 election
Both parties alternated using red every four years until 1996