The Daily The Field: The Aftershocks of Iowa in New Hampshire
Feb 11, 2020
Lisa Lerer, a seasoned New York Times reporter on campaigns and elections, shares her insights on the evolving political landscape ahead of the New Hampshire primary. Following the chaos in Iowa, she discusses the fragmentation within the Democratic field, especially among moderate candidates. Voter sentiments reveal a mix of excitement and skepticism, particularly regarding Bernie Sanders' impact. Lerer also sheds light on the rising tensions between Sanders and Buttigieg, exploring how the dynamics could shape the party's future direction.
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Early Bernie Supporter
- Atlan Schmidt, a software engineer, has supported Bernie Sanders since his time as mayor of Burlington.
- Schmidt even visited Sanders' senatorial campaign office and donated, receiving a T-shirt he still owns.
2016 New Hampshire Primary
- In 2016, Schmidt's support for Sanders grew as the New Hampshire primary approached, organizing honking waves.
- He felt confident about Sanders' chances, which were confirmed by Sanders' significant victory.
Reasons for Sanders' Popularity
- Schmidt believes Sanders' plain-spoken nature resonates with New Hampshire voters.
- He also thinks Sanders addresses the need for change, which some Republicans also expressed but ultimately voted for Trump.