RNC chairwoman criticizes Dems for ditching NH primary
Republicans Predict Democrats Will Regret Stripping New Hampshire of First Primary Status
The head of the Republican National Committee, Ronna McDaniel, spoke at the Youth Advisory Council Roundtable, co-hosted by the New Hampshire Republican Party, about the decision to keep New Hampshire as the nation’s first primary state. McDaniel emphasized the importance of this decision, contrasting it with the Democrats’ choice to walk away from New Hampshire and not campaign there.
McDaniel specifically called out President Joe Biden for stating that New Hampshire does not matter to him. She expressed confidence that Republicans will continue to prioritize the state and ultimately win it in November.
During the event, a group of Quinnipiac University students were asked if they had met a presidential candidate in the past year. The majority had met at least two candidates, with some meeting three or more. It is worth noting that these encounters were primarily with Republican candidates, unless they had met Rep. Dean Phillips or Marianne Williamson.
While Democrats will still participate in the New Hampshire primary, Biden’s name will not appear on the ballot, and the state will not be awarded delegates at the convention. Rep. Dean Phillips has criticized the Democratic National Committee and the Biden write-in campaign, using the slogan ”Why write him in when he has written us off?” as he campaigns across the New England state.
Another notable presence at the event was Rep. Kat Cammack, one of the youngest members of Congress at 35 years old. Cammack, who grew up in a Democratic family, explained that she was motivated to run for office after her family lost their ranch due to a government action. She believes that personal experiences can be transformed into meaningful action.
Cammack emphasized the importance of Republicans being present in New Hampshire, as she believes Democrats are not effectively engaging and energizing young voters in the state.
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What potential political consequences could the Democratic Party face by stripping New Hampshire of its first primary status, particularly in terms of swing state support and advantage
Warning that Democrats will come to regret their decision to strip New Hampshire of its first primary status. McDaniel argued that this move is not only a disservice to the state but also a strategic mistake for the Democratic Party.
First and foremost, McDaniel emphasized the historical significance of New Hampshire’s first primary. She noted that this state has played a pivotal role in selecting presidential nominees since 1920. By putting an end to this tradition, Democrats risk alienating voters and diminishing the democratic process.
Furthermore, McDaniel pointed out that New Hampshire’s first primary status has provided an opportunity for lesser-known candidates to gain momentum and establish themselves as serious contenders. By stripping this privilege away, the Democratic Party could potentially limit the diversity of voices within their own ranks and inadvertently favor establishment candidates.
In addition to the historical and democratic implications, McDaniel argued that removing New Hampshire’s first primary status would have negative political consequences for the Democratic Party. She highlighted the importance of New Hampshire as a swing state, noting that it has frequently been a battleground in recent elections. By upsetting voters in this crucial state, Democrats risk losing support and potentially handing an advantage to their Republican counterparts.
McDaniel also mentioned the economic impact of the first primary on New Hampshire. The state benefits greatly from the influx of campaign spending and media attention during presidential election cycles. Stripping New Hampshire of its first primary status would deprive the state of this economic boost and potentially harm local businesses and the economy.
The head of the Republican National Committee concluded her remarks by urging Democrats to reconsider their decision. She emphasized that preserving New Hampshire’s first primary status is crucial for upholding democratic principles, fostering diverse voices within the party, and maintaining strategic advantages in swing states.
As the 2024 presidential election approaches, it remains to be seen whether the Democratic Party will heed this warning or proceed with their plan to strip New Hampshire of its first primary status. Regardless, Republicans are confident that this decision will prove to be an ill-advised move, both politically and democratically, and that Democrats will eventually regret the consequences.
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