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New 2028 Primary Calendar Puts Newsom’s California Policies on Trial
politics2 months ago

New 2028 Primary Calendar Puts Newsom’s California Policies on Trial

The Democratic National Committee has finalized a 2028 primary schedule that begins with South Carolina, Nevada, and New Hampshire, creating a challenging start for California Governor Gavin Newsom. This sequence forces Newsom to defend specific California policies—such as transgender athlete rules, aggressive electrification mandates, and oil phase-out plans—in states with opposing political priorities. While Newsom remains a contender, recent polls show him trailing Pete Buttigieg, and the new calendar highlights potential liabilities in his record before he loses his gubernatorial platform in January 2027.

via New York Post|
#2028-election#california#dnc
South Carolina's 2028 Primary Shift Favors Moderate Democrats Over Progressives
politics2 months ago

South Carolina's 2028 Primary Shift Favors Moderate Democrats Over Progressives

The Democratic National Committee has officially confirmed South Carolina as the first state to hold its 2028 presidential primary, replacing Iowa and New Hampshire. This strategic move aims to better reflect the party's diverse electorate, particularly its Black voters, who make up over 60% of the state's Democratic primary voters. While the shift is designed to boost turnout and influence, it is widely viewed as favoring moderate candidates over progressives, as the state's conservative and religious culture may not align with far-left ideologies. Key figures like Gavin Newsom, Wes Moore, and Kamala Harris are already testing the waters, but experts suggest that candidates who can connect with local faith communities and address affordability issues will have the best chance of success.

via USA Today|
#2028-elections#democratic-party#politics
Democrats Reorder 2028 Primaries to Spotlight a More Diverse Field
politics2 months ago

Democrats Reorder 2028 Primaries to Spotlight a More Diverse Field

The DNC approved a revised 2028 presidential primary schedule placing South Carolina first (Jan 22), followed by Nevada (Feb 1), New Hampshire (Feb 8), New Mexico (Feb 15), Michigan (Feb 22), and Virginia (Feb 29). The change aims to better reflect the nation’s racial and demographic diversity and broaden candidate momentum beyond Iowa and New Hampshire, continuing a trend started in 2024. The move has sparked ongoing debate among states and within the party about representativeness and rural voter concerns.

via Al Jazeera|
#2028-election#democrats#nevada
politics2 months ago

DNC reshuffles 2028 primary lineup to lift diverse states to the front

The Democratic National Committee approved a revamped 2028 presidential primary calendar designed to boost racially diverse states, kicking off with South Carolina on Jan. 22 and cycling through Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Michigan and Virginia in six weeks, a move that challenges Iowa and New Hampshire’s traditional early role and could reshape how candidates build coalitions.

via Politico|
#2028-elections#democrats#diverse-states
politics9 months ago

States jockey for position in Democrats’ 2028 primary calendar

More than a half-dozen states have applied to be in the early window of the 2028 Democratic presidential nominating calendar, including New Hampshire, Nevada, South Carolina, Michigan, Iowa, and Georgia, with Virginia and North Carolina considering bids; the DNC will finalize the calendar over 2026–2027, shaping where campaigns spend staff, money, and attention.

via Politico|
#2028-election#democratic-party#early-states
Democratic Party's Controversial Handling of New Hampshire Primary
politics3 years ago

Democratic Party's Controversial Handling of New Hampshire Primary

National Democrats are expected to vote on a proposal to give New Hampshire more time to comply with the party's demand to hold its presidential primary after South Carolina's contest in early February. This would be the third time the Democratic National Committee has extended the state's deadline. If New Hampshire fails to adhere to the calendar requirements, it risks losing half its delegates to the national party's nominating convention in 2024. However, an agreement has yet to be reached on when the primary will be held, as New Hampshire law requires it to be at least a week before any similar contest. If a solution is not found, President Joe Biden may not put his name on the primary ballot, potentially allowing fringe candidates to win.

via POLITICO|
#2024-election#democratic-national-committee#joe-biden