The Democratic Party’s plan to revamp its primary order has faced numerous challenges and pushback from various states. New Hampshire is refusing to give up its leadoff primary status, while Georgia is unlikely to comply with the new rules. South Carolina and Nevada are on board but face resistance from Republicans. Michigan may have to shorten its legislative session to accommodate the new primary schedule. Even Iowa, which is determined to remain first, is struggling to find a way to do so without violating party rules.
Despite President Joe Biden’s support for the plan, party officials anticipated the backlash they are now facing. David Redlawsk, a political science professor, suggests that the current reactions were expected. The Democratic National Committee (DNC) acknowledges the difficulty of the process but remains confident, noting that Biden’s primary challengers are minor figures.
While Biden is not expected to heavily campaign in the primary, the ongoing calendar drama could complicate Democrats’ attempts to present a unified front in the lead-up to the 2024 and 2028 elections. Jim Roosevelt, co-chairman of the DNC’s Rules and Bylaws Committee, believes that having a sitting president provides the best opportunity to implement significant changes to the primary process.
The DNC has no plans to alter the approved 2024 primary schedule, despite New Hampshire’s objection to losing its first-in-the-nation primary status and Georgia’s refusal to change its primary date. South Carolina Democrats will lead off, followed by New Hampshire, Nevada, Georgia, and Michigan. However, several states are challenging the new rules, with Georgia Republicans resisting a schedule change and Michigan’s Legislature potentially adjourning early to meet the new date.
Iowa, still determined to go first, is considering holding its caucus before other states but may delay releasing the results until later to comply with party rules. Despite Iowa’s efforts to be flexible, it is uncertain whether it will be included in the top five of the Democratic primary. The DNC expects the process to continue through the year and acknowledges the potential for another contentious calendar process in 2028.
Overall, the implementation of the revamped primary order has proven to be complex, and the Democratic Party is prepared for the ongoing challenges it may face. However, it remains determined to create a primary process that better reflects the diversity of its voter base.
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