Second 15 States Winner Votes Published April 3, 2016 at 1469 × 822 in What if Romney or McCain Were Running Part 2? CHART 3: 11 Of 15 States Had More Votes Cast In 2016 For The Winner Than In 2012 Or 2008 Combined. 23 Of The First 30 Contests Had More Votes Cast In 2016 Than 2012 Or 2008 Combined.