DNC Decision on Florida and Michigan Delegates

This video originally aired on Saturday, May 31, 2008.

About This Video

The Democratic National Committee's (DNC) Rules and Bylaws Committee votes on two proposals pertaining to Florida and Michigan's democratic delegates for the 2008 Democratic National Convention.

Discussion Questions

  1. Why is the Rules and Bylaws Committee voting on what to do with the democratic delegates from Florida and Michigan? Click here to view a clip to help provide some background.
  2. What did the Rules and Bylaws Committee decide to do with Florida’s delegates? What did they decide to do with Michigan’s delegates? Why is this situation significant?
  3. Before the Rules and Bylaws Committee’s decisions can go into effect, who needs to approve the vote results?
  4. Do you agree with the Rules and Bylaws Committee’s decisions? Why or why not?

Keywords

Campaigns and Elections, Climate Change, National Conventions, POLITICAL PARTICIPATION, Primaries and Caucuses

Related Subjects/Topics

  • Campaigns and Elections
  • Political Participation
  • Political Parties

Speakers

  • Ms. Alexis Herman
  • Ms. Mame Reiley