The NPR Politics Podcast After More Primaries Biden Grows Lead As Coronavirus Reshapes Primary Calendar
Mar 18, 2020
Joe Biden has now secured over half the delegates in the Democratic primary, making a Bernie Sanders comeback less likely. Amid the primary chaos, influenced by the coronavirus, Sanders unveiled his economic proposals instead of addressing the elections. Voter turnout was notably impacted by the pandemic, shifting priorities toward candidates seen as experienced in crisis management. The discussion highlights community resilience and the urgent need for party unity as the political landscape transforms during these challenging times.
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Ohio Election Confusion
- Ohio's Secretary of State said it was clear an election couldn't happen safely.
- A precinct worker, however, was unsure until late Monday if it was on or off due to confusion.
Turnout Impact
- Coronavirus likely impacted in-person voting in Florida and Illinois.
- Arizona and Florida, with mostly mail-in ballots, saw turnout surpass 2016.
Biden's Big Night
- Joe Biden won primaries in Florida and Illinois, increasing his delegate lead.
- The Biden campaign expressed confidence, referring to "Joe Mentum."