Democrats Shift Early States for 2028 | Charleston News

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

The Democratic Party is flipping the script on its 2028 presidential primary calendar, moving South Carolina to the very first vote — replacing Iowa — in a bold move to better reflect the party’s diverse coalition. With a heavy Black electorate and proven influence in past campaigns, South Carolina leads the way, followed by Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Michigan, and Virginia. The change signals a strategic shift toward states that mirror today’s Democratic base, while Iowa’s traditional early spot fades due to demographic mismatch. For candidates, early wins can ignite momentum and…