South Carolina's Primetime Moment: A Shift in Democratic Politics The Democratic National Committee's decision to award South Carolina the first official primary state for the 2028 presidential election marks a significant shift in party politics.
Gone are the days when Iowa and New Hampshire held court as the only early states, dictating the tone and trajectory of the nomination process.
This change reflects a broader effort by Democrats to diversify their electoral landscape, acknowledging that their coalition is built on the foundation of Black and Latino voters.