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How The Primary System Has Shaped Our Politics

FiveThirtyEight Politics

CHAPTER

The Shifting Dynamics of Early State Primary Contests

This chapter explores the changes in the primary system after 1968, focusing on the importance of winning in early states like Iowa and the impact of media coverage. It highlights the significance of early state voters and their role in shaping the outcomes of the primary process.

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