Democratic National Committee Criticizes New Hampshire Primary Process
By Avi Farah
Published January 7, 2024
The Democratic National Committee (DNC) has expressed its dissatisfaction with the upcoming primary process of the New Hampshire Democratic Party. The DNC's Rules and Bylaws Committee co-chairs, Minyon Moore and James Roosevelt Jr., conveyed their concerns in a letter addressed to Raymond Buckley, the chair of the New Hampshire Democratic Party.
DNC's Concerns
In their letter, Moore and Roosevelt emphasized that the event scheduled for January 23, 2024, cannot serve as the initial determining stage of the state's delegate selection process and is deemed detrimental. They urged the NHDP to take proactive measures to educate the public that the January 23rd event is a non-binding presidential preference event and should not hold any significance. Additionally, the DNC urged both the NHDP and presidential candidates to refrain from participation in this event.
Conflict with New Hampshire Secretary of State
The DNC's stance comes in response to the announcement by New Hampshire Secretary of State David Scanlan, a Republican, declaring that the state would hold its primary on Jan. 23, which undermines the Democrats' efforts to commence the party's first primary in South Carolina on Feb. 3.
Rejection of Unapproved Delegate Selection Process
The DNC also advised the NHDP to inform participants that the delegate selection process scheduled for Saturday, January 6, has not been approved by the Rules and Bylaws Committee and therefore does not constitute the approved route to become a delegate to the National Convention.
New Hampshire Democratic Party's Response
In response to the DNC's letter, Raymond Buckley stated that the DNC's dissatisfaction is not new, and they have been expressing these sentiments for a year. Despite the DNC's objections, the New Hampshire Democratic Party remains resolute in its decision to proceed with its planned primary process.
Historical Significance of Iowa and New Hampshire
Iowa and New Hampshire have historically held the first positions in the Democrats' election process. Nevertheless, President Biden and the DNC sought to modify the primary calendar this year to begin with South Carolina, with the aim of enhancing racial diversity in the election process, as the state played a crucial role in President Biden's victory in 2020.
DNC's Vision for a Diverse Democratic Party
DNC Chair Jamie Harrison emphasized the importance of reflecting America's diversity within the Democratic Party. He supported the proposal to initiate the primary calendar with South Carolina, stating that it aligns with the party's commitment to representing the diverse makeup of the nation.
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