Sharpton Pushes South Carolina as First 2028 Primary
July 22, 2026·about 2 hours ago·via The Hill

Al Sharpton is advocating for Democrats to maintain South Carolina's position as the first primary contest in the 2028 cycle, signaling internal party debates over primary calendar strategy. This push reflects ongoing tensions within the Democratic Party over how to structure their nominating process and which states should hold outsized influence. The debate matters because primary order shapes candidate viability and messaging priorities early in the race. Read more about this...