New Hampshire Democrats are urging President Joe Biden not to replace them as the first-in-the-nation primary, arguing the newly proposed primary lineup could “wreak havoc” in the Granite State.
In a letter addressed to Biden on Tuesday, more than 20 New Hampshire Democrats urged the president not to strip the state of its coveted primary status, warning him it may negatively affect his reelection chances. The letter is a significant move from some of the president's most loyal allies, as several of the signees have supported Biden for decades.
The calendar has not yet been approved by the full DNC, but the lineup is expected to be final. However, the news has not been taken lightly by lawmakers in New Hampshire who have long prided themselves on holding the nation’s first primary election. New Hampshire benefits from being a small state, meaning candidates can directly engage with voters at affordable costs. The state is also a key battleground in the general election, so an early start campaigning in New Hampshire could help Democratic chances by the time the November election rolls around.
New Hampshire lawmakers were quick to respond to the proposal to strip them of their No. 1 slot, with Democratic Party Chairman Ray Buckley signaling he would defy the change.
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