
Today, Explained Old Hampshire vs. New Hampshire
Feb 11, 2020
Lauren Chooljian, a reporter at New Hampshire Public Radio, and Ellen Nilsson, a politics reporter for Vox, dive into the shifting landscape of New Hampshire's presidential primary. They discuss how traditional house parties are giving way to larger, impersonal rallies, losing the essence of direct voter engagement. The duo highlights the cultural significance of these intimate gatherings in shaping political discourse and voter perceptions. They also touch on how modern media influences candidate strategies and the unique voting simplicity in New Hampshire.
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Significance of House Parties
- House parties symbolize New Hampshire's unique primary process.
- They offer voters direct access to candidates, potentially influencing policy positions.
Old-Fashioned House Party
- Lauren Chooljian attended a New Hampshire house party hosted by Marjorie Smith for Senator Michael Bennet.
- Bennet answered every question from the 40 attendees, exemplifying the intimate, traditional New Hampshire primary style.
Rise of Rallies
- The traditional house party format is being challenged by large rallies.
- Candidates like Sanders and Trump found success with rallies, potentially shifting the primary's dynamics.


