Democrats Choose South Carolina to Lead 2028 Presidential Nominating Contest
The Democratic National Committee has selected South Carolina to lead off its 2028 presidential nominating schedule, marking a significant shift from the traditional early-state lineup. This decision, pending full committee approval, aims to elevate states with more racially diverse populations, such as South Carolina, Nevada, and Michigan, over the historically first-in-line Iowa and New Hampshire. The change reflects an effort to better represent the Democratic Party's diverse voter base, particularly Black and Latino communities. However, the decision has sparked discontent in states like Iowa and New Hampshire, which have traditionally held early contests.