The Democratic National Committee on Saturday officially selected South Carolina as the first state to vote in the party’s 2028 primaries. Following South Carolina will be Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Michigan, and Virginia.
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The first state to vote in a presidential nominating contest often helps to shape the field of candidates, drawing campaign spending and media attention. The calendar adopted on Saturday will allow Democrats to battle-test candidates while maintaining an open, affordable field.
DNC Chair Ken Martin said in a statement, ‘The DNC has delivered a 2028 nominating calendar that truly represents our party and our values, and will help us retake the White House in 2028.’ Some Democrats often mentioned as potential presidential contenders have visited South Carolina over the past several months, including Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, U.S. Senator Mark Kelly of Arizona, and California Governor Gavin Newsom.
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