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.

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A new party was born in Kenya a few days ago with Martha Karua’s unveiling of the People’s Liberation Party ... Colours, slogans, and names: Of political parties relaunched with little change ...

The 2000 presidential election cemented the color-coded nature of political parties. Prior to that race, the colors were often reversed on electoral maps. Jodi Enda; Updated by Meilan Solly.

German political parties are often referred to by their representative colours, which determine what a coalition government is called. Here are the leading parties' colours to help you keep track.