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South Carolina set to open Democratic presidential primary again
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by AP via Scripps News Group , KXXV (ABC 25) News
· July 24, 2026
· 2 min read
South Carolina was selected Friday to once again lead off the Democratic Partys 2028 presidential nominating schedule, most likely cementing a dramatic break from decades of tradition by keeping Iowa off the top of the calendar and elevating more racially diverse states. The decision by the Democ...
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Key takeaway President Joe Biden successfully pushed to move South Carolina to the front of Democrats 2024 calendar after the state revived his struggling 2020 presidential campaign.
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The decision to have South Carolina lead off the Democratic presidential nominating schedule may have implications for Texas, particularly in how the state's own primary elections are viewed by candidates and voters. As a diverse state with a significant Latino population, Texas could potentially benefit from the Democratic Party's shift towards giving more influence to states that better mirror the party's coalition. The fact that Democratic leaders in southern states, including potentially those in Texas, lobbied for South Carolina to take the top spot suggests that there may be a growing recognition of the importance of the South in presidential politics. This could lead to more attention and resources being devoted to Texas and other southern states during the primary season, potentially shaping the outcome of the election. Additionally, the overhaul of the primary calendar may also lead to a reevaluation of Texas's own primary schedule and its place in the national nominating process.
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Published: July 24, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
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