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The Case for Starting the Presidential Primary in South Carolina
14:41 - 21:50 (07:09)
A combination of political pragmatism and acknowledging the changing country led to Democrats deciding to kick off the nominations process with a state that represents more of America, and would be much harder for a lesser-known candidate to win due to the diverse demographics of South Carolina.
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President Biden chose South Carolina as the first Democratic primary state due to political pragmatism, diversity, and rewarding the state for resuscitating his 2020 candidacy, which was struggling in Iowa.
14:41 - 17:08 (02:27)
Summary
President Biden chose South Carolina as the first Democratic primary state due to political pragmatism, diversity, and rewarding the state for resuscitating his 2020 candidacy, which was struggling in Iowa. Additionally, South Carolina is a more representative state of the American population and the Democratic Party's base.
ChapterThe Case for Starting the Presidential Primary in South Carolina
EpisodeA Revolution in How Democrats Pick a President
PodcastThe Daily
There may be unforeseen consequences to implementing new systems in the Democratic primaries, such as the intimate campaigning seen in Iowa not being possible in larger states like South Carolina, leading to difficulties in getting to know voters and issues.
17:08 - 18:38 (01:29)
Summary
There may be unforeseen consequences to implementing new systems in the Democratic primaries, such as the intimate campaigning seen in Iowa not being possible in larger states like South Carolina, leading to difficulties in getting to know voters and issues.
ChapterThe Case for Starting the Presidential Primary in South Carolina
EpisodeA Revolution in How Democrats Pick a President
PodcastThe Daily
It is becoming increasingly difficult for a candidate without name recognition to win a primary as it requires a level of commitment from both the candidate and voters, as well as significant funding in order to be known to the voters.
18:38 - 21:50 (03:12)
Summary
It is becoming increasingly difficult for a candidate without name recognition to win a primary as it requires a level of commitment from both the candidate and voters, as well as significant funding in order to be known to the voters.