South Carolina First in 2028 Democratic Primary | Dayton News

Dayton News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 4, 2026 · 1m

The Democratic Party is flipping the script on its 2028 primary calendar, sending South Carolina to the front of the pack instead of Iowa — a bold move designed to reflect the party’s diverse voter base and give candidates a more accurate early test. With a stronger Black electorate, South Carolina will serve as a crucial barometer for national appeal, while Iowa steps back to make room for states that better mirror the party’s modern coalition. Though early states award few delegates, they wield outsized influence — fueling momentum or crushing campaigns based on how candidates perform under…