Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News Editorials & Other Articles General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search

TexasTowelie

(116,876 posts)
Sun Feb 10, 2019, 12:36 AM Feb 2019

The 5 W's of caucus campaigning, as Democratic presidential hopefuls prepare to flood Siouxland

SIOUX CITY -- A virtual deluge of presidential candidates will come to Siouxland over the next year, as they strive to convince voters to support them in the Feb. 3, 2020 Iowa caucuses.

In those events, from town hall meetings to tours of agencies, businesses and of course coffee shops, Democrats will be airing ways to differentiate themselves from each other and Republican President Donald Trump.

Siouxlanders are used to having the chance to see candidates in close fashion over many events, and as national issues change over the months. They can directly ask questions and size up the answers.

That's access that people in other states often don't get, making caucus campaigning a notable reality for Iowans. (You decide, whether perk or scourge.)

Read more: https://siouxcityjournal.com/news/local/govt-and-politics/explainer-the-w-s-of-caucus-campaigning-as-democratic-presidential/article_f4ce041d-2cdf-543b-9780-3582bdf0a193.html

Latest Discussions»Region Forums»Iowa»The 5 W's of caucus campa...