Iowa and New Hampshire, the first two contests of the primary season, have traditionally been key for presidential contenders. This year, though, a lot of Democrats are talking up the importance of contests with a more diverse electorate, like California, Nevada and most importantly, South Carolina.
It is true that connecting with black and Latino voters, who together make up more than a third of Democratic voters, will be key for anyone who wants to be the Democratic nominee. But make no mistake: history suggests that the eventually nominee will likely have to do well in the Iowa caucuses or the New Hampshire primary. CONT.
Harry Enten, CNN