Why Democrats Should Stop Obsessing About the 2028 Primary Calendar

Democratic National Committee officials are meeting to determine the 2028 presidential primary schedule, a decision that could be finalized by Friday. The process has exposed party divisions regarding which states should vote first. Some officials argue South Carolina must remain the first primary state to respect Black voters. Others suggest Nevada or New Mexico to prioritize Latino voters, while some advocate for purple states like Michigan to create a more robust primary process for candidates.