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Presidential primary front-loading and the impact of the proposed western regional primary
02-04-2008 · EurekAlert!In an election season characterized by the maneuvering for early primary dates among states, a new study conducted by political scientists examines how early caucuses and primaries have become crucial in the race for the White House. The study takes a look at how states use the two strategies known as "front-loading" and proposed regional primaries in an effort to boost influence in the presidential nomination process.
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