The Effects of the 2008 Democratic Primary & Caucus Calendar

This video originally aired on Sunday, March 23, 2008.

About This Video

Roger Simon, The Politico Chief Political Columnist, explains the Democratic National Committee’s (DNC) decision to amend its 2008 primary & caucus calendar and its impact on the election.

Discussion Questions

  1. Historically, which two states begin the primary & caucus season?
  2. Why did the Democratic National Committee decide to allow two new states to move up their primary date? What did other states do as a result?
  3. Explain the current situation involving Michigan's and Florida’s delegates to the Democratic National Convention.
  4. What impact, if any, could the situation with Michigan and Florida have on the Democratic Party? How could the 2008 primary season affect the 2012 primary season?

Keywords

Climate Change, Democrat, POLITICAL PARTICIPATION, Primaries and Caucuses

Related Subjects/Topics

  • Campaigns and Elections
  • Political Parties

Speakers

  • Roger Simon