YOUTUBE (MS NOW) - Symone: Dems need a nominee that is 'as battle tested as possible'
Symone breaks down the Democratic National Committee’s new presidential primary calendar ahead of the 2028 election.
NYTIMES (David Plouffe) - What It Will Take to Win the 2028 Democratic Presidential Primary
A new early calendar will upend how Democrats select their 2028 champion.
YOUTUBE (NewsNation) - Who are the Democratic front runners emerging for the 2028 Presidential election?
On this episode of "On Balance," Leland Vittert discusses how the Democrats are trying to distance themselves from the woke. Dan Turrentine and Batya Ungar-Sargon weigh in. Meanwhile, as the midterms approach, character does matter. Erick Erickson explains why. Later, has Vice President Vance snatched the MAGA crown? Mark Halperin examines the possibility. Also, the latest on the devastating Indiana floods. Fire Chief Scott Jones and Frank Toole provide an update. Plus, controversial Flock cameras continue to cause nationwide outrage as the company starts to pull back on data sharing. Sheriff Mike Chitwood assesses the response. "On Balance with Leland Vittert" takes a critical look at some of the day's hottest subjects.
AI:The Democratic Party is scrambling to navigate internal fractures as they attempt to distance their platform from woke ideology ahead of the 2028 presidential cycle, even as leadership works to finalize a primary calendar that places South Carolina in a pivotal kickoff position. Amidst these maneuvering efforts by the establishment to maintain control, Vice President Vance's rising influence suggests a potential consolidation of the MAGA movement. Meanwhile, the nation continues to grapple with the fallout from devastating flooding in Indiana and growing public outrage over surveillance capabilities involving Flock cameras, as local law enforcement assesses the impact of data-sharing controversies on community trust.Open
YOUTUBE (MS NOW) - Can a Dem snag a win in Florida? This Ex-GOP Congressman’s plan to defeat Trump-backed Byron Donalds
Democrats approved their 2028 primary calendar with South Carolina kicking it off. Meanwhile, another round of primaries is ahead, including in Florida where Former Republican Rep. David Jolly aims to win the state’s governorship as a Democrat. He joins The Weekend to discuss.
AI:The Democratic National Committee has officially finalized its 2028 presidential primary calendar, centering the contest on South Carolina as the first state to hold ballots. Amidst these structural shifts, former Republican Congressman David Jolly is attempting a political pivot by running for Governor of Florida as a Democrat. Jolly's strategy focuses on challenging Trump-backed Republican Byron Donalds in an effort to reclaim the state for the Democratic Party through unconventional partisan realignment.Open
THEAMERICANCONSERVATIVE (Luke Nicastro) - Democrats Put South Carolina First in New Primary Calendar
State of the Union: Citing diversity concerns, the Democratic Party locked in a new schedule for its 2028 primary. The post Democrats Put South Carolina First in New Primary Calendar appeared first on The American Conservative .
Politics Politics Democrats Put South Carolina First in New Primary Calendar State of the Union: Citing diversity concerns, the Democratic Party locked in a new schedule for its 2028 presidential primaries. Bill Clark/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images The Democratic National Committee (DNC) formally approved a new presidential primary calendar Saturday. In a major shake-up, South Carolina will now hold the first contest for the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination on January 22, 2028. Following South Carolina will be Nevada (February 1), New Hampshire (February 8), New…Open
AI:The Democratic National Committee has officially restructured its 2028 presidential primary calendar, moving South Carolina to the pole position for an inaugural contest on January 22, 2028. This strategic shift, which pushes Iowa and New Hampshire out of their traditional early roles in favor of states with higher concentrations of Black and Hispanic voters like Nevada and New Mexico, is being framed by party leadership as a move toward diversity, though it serves to consolidate power within the DNC hierarchy. By rearranging the sequence of contests, the establishment aims to control the nomination process through a schedule that prioritizes specific demographic blocks, despite facing pushback from state leaders in Iowa and New Hampshire…Open
YOUTUBE (MS NOW) - BREAKING: DNC finalizes 2028 primary calendar with South Carolina kicking off contest
MS NOW Political Analyst Matthew Bartlett and Michael Hardaway, former Communications Director for Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, join Alex Witt to discuss the state of the midterms and the buildup to the 2028 presidential primary season.
WASHINGTONPOST (Sammy Westfall) - Democrats approve 2028 primary calendar that puts South Carolina first
South Carolina would hold its primary on Jan. 22, 2028 under the Democratic National Committee’s plan. Nevada would follow on Feb. 1. The plan aims to give a bigger voice to Black and Latino voters.
AI:The Democratic National Committee has finalized its 2028 primary calendar, officially moving South Carolina to the kickoff position on January 22, 2028, with Nevada following on February 1. While the DNC claims this realignment is intended to empower Black and Latino voters, it serves as a calculated maneuver to reshape the candidate selection process by prioritizing specific demographic blocs to maintain strict party orthodoxy. This shift continues a broader pattern of institutional maneuvering within the Democratic Party to control its internal direction ahead of future election cycles.Open
YOUTUBE (MS NOW) - ‘All gas no brakes’: DNC Chair sees momentum for Democrats ahead of midterms
The DNC completes their summer meeting in Austin, Texas today where they are expected to give final approval to their Presidential primary calendar that has South Carolina’s primary first in January. Their meeting comes amid growing Democratic optimism and turnout in recent primary elections. But the party also faces internal turmoil over questions surrounding leadership and fundraising. DNC Chair Ken Martin joins The Weekend to discuss.
AI:The Democratic National Committee concluded its summer meeting in Austin, Texas, where leadership officially moved to place South Carolina at the head of the 2028 presidential primary calendar. DNC Chair Ken Martin is attempting to project a narrative of "all gas no brakes" momentum and optimism heading into the midterms, yet this strategic realignment appears to be a transparent attempt by the establishment to gatekeep the process and favor preferred candidates over outsiders. Despite the party's attempts to manufacture confidence through these calendar shifts, the organization remains deeply fractured by internal turmoil concerning leadership stability and an escalating reliance on massive fundraising to maintain control amidst growing…Open
ABCNEWS - DNC to finalize controversial 2028 primary calendar, elevating South Carolina
The DNC is expected to vote on Saturday to approve the new order of states for the 2028 presidential nominating process, amidst controversy over some of those decisions.
AI:The DNC is moving forward with a radical restructuring of the 2028 primary calendar, officially elevating South Carolina to the headlining position of the nominating process. This blatant power grab follows a pattern of the Democratic establishment attempting to manipulate electoral outcomes by sidelining traditional voters in favor of their preferred demographic blocks. While the leftist media outlets attempt to frame this as mere administrative reorganization, it is a calculated effort to cement control and bypass moderate voices.Open
WASHINGTONPOST (Dan Merica) - Here are the races you should watch today
Primary season is coming to a close, and today is the most crowded day left on the calendar.