Reply #66: And which state is a representative of the demographics at large? [View All]

[CornField]

None.

In the final analysis, it isn't the demographics of the state in question, but the demographics of those attending the caucuses or casting a vote in the primary. Both Iowa and New Hampshire have been and will continue to be good stewards of the First in the Nation status. Citizens here and there take the responsibility seriously and do a hell of a lot of leg work in order to be able to select the best possible candidates.

The primary system, however superior looking in your eyes, has its own flaws. Namely, any candidate can come into a primary market with a large media buy and sit back and reap the rewards. When you are campaigning in a caucus state, however, you'd better get your ground game in top shape.