Does this mean that the Republican Iowa caucus, N.H. primary, etc. would not have to be the same day as the Democrats? I’ve never quite understood how they schedule everything, but I thought all states had Republic and Democrat the same day, since each state has to run and pay for their own elections.
Then, perhaps, can we opt out of having Iowa and New Hampshire being qualifying rounds for the Republican nominees? There’s no reason except tradition that Iowa and New Hamshire have to go first. Arguably you don’t get the best candidates surviving the early rounds in these states.
Unfortunately, the way the MSM influences news coverage, fundraising, attention, etc. goes, only candidates who do well in Iowa and New Hampshire remain viable for the rest of the campaign.
IAFT! Time to cut out RAT strongholds from the lead-in events!
I say we let Texas go first!
I don't understand it either, but I've observed that last election dems seemed to pick the primary dates that best suit them, and the republicans just follow suit. It should be seperated, republicans should arrange the dates best for the party (and the right buttons pressed now for that to happen later). Sure, will cost states a few more dollars. A pittance compared to the amount that -8 took in from "campaign contributions".