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In reply to the discussion: Poll: (Sanders / Clinton) Neck-And-Neck 2016 Races in Iowa, New Hampshire [View all]CoffeeCat
(24,411 posts)They turned out in droves for Obama. Furthermore, the young people who voted for Obama in 08 were looking for someone other than Clinton. They're older now and they are experienced caucus goers who are likely to caucus again.
Bernie Sanders supporters in Iowa are highly motivated. They know what's at stake. And they're turning out heavily for his political events. More than 2000 people at each event. They're also heavily involved in his campaign/ground game.
Hillary struggles to get a few hundred at her Iowa events.
Her support is eroding in Iowa as her "inevitability meme" crumbles. People are realizing that Sanders is a viable contender, and that phenomena is only growing. Polls like this and his campaign in Iowa will further increase his support.
It's going to be tight in Iowa.
With only 23 days to go, Bernie is in great shape. He began with .8 percent in Iowa and has built a very strong campaign.