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One of the few states where Obama improved his performance over 2008: Mississippi
Obama took 43.55%, compared to to 43.0% in 2008.
Romney dropped .58% compared to McCain 4 years ago.
Higher black turnout? Did a few evangelicals stay home, unwilling to vote for a Mormon? Maybe some of our Magnolia state DUers could shed some light.
From Dave Leip's page: http://uselectionatlas.org/RESULTS/state.php?year=2008&fips=28&f=0&off=0&elect=0
Note: he reverses the traditional party colors.
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In 2008, 33% of the voting population was black. We can't compare that to the '12 numbers because, of course, they decided to not do exit polls in a good number (mostly red) states. 
