American Prospect : Iowa does not deserve its prominent role

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Magazine says Iowa doesn’t deserve its role


An article in the new issue of The American Prospect magazine says Iowa does not deserve its prominent role in nominating presidential candidates.

“What no one involved in any campaign will acknowledge, and few commentators will either, is that this system is not merely curious or even unfair, it is utterly perverse,” says the article, written by media critic Paul Waldman.

“This isn’t just because the rest of us get virtually no say in who the parties’ nominees are. It’s also because of this simple fact: No small group of Americans deserves this power, but if any does, it sure isn’t the citizens of Iowa.”

Waldman says Iowans are apathetic about the caucuses, as shown by the fact that only about one in 10 eligible voters participate.

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[Tierra_y_Libertad]

1. The Mouse that Roars every 4 years.

But, it is entertaining to see politicians pretend to be farmers and step in the stuff they're so adept at spreading.

Also, it's one of the best reasons for a national primary.

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2. I haven't recovered from 2004 n/t