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Democrats approve new primary election calendar, putting South Carolina first - NPR
WorldBy Maham Javaid7/24/20261 min read
Democrats chose South Carolina for the first 2028 presidential primary, then Nevada, prioritizing Black and Latino voters. New Hampshire, New Mexico, Michigan and Virginia also hold early contests.
✨ Key Highlights
- The Democratic National Committee approved a revised 2028 presidential primary calendar, selecting South Carolina to hold the first contest, with the decision made by a panel vote on Friday afternoon.
- Nevada was slated to follow South Carolina, reflecting an effort by party leaders to prioritize the influence of Black and Latino voters early in the nominating process.
- The new lineup also includes early contests in New Hampshire, New Mexico, Michigan, and Virginia, broadening the mix of states that shape the party's presidential selection.
- The change was championed by prominent Democrats who argued that beginning with more racially diverse electorates better represents the party's base than the traditional early states.
- The reordering continues a shift away from the long-standing tradition of Iowa and New Hampshire leading off the primary schedule, elevating South Carolina's role in the party's calendar.
South Carolina was chosen to hold the first Democratic presidential primary in 2028 after a panel voted on the calendar Friday afternoon. The move was pushed by key Democrats to prioritize Black vote