It’s primary season and the excitement around the Iowa caucuses is palpable. Candidates are pulling out all the stops, from kissing babies to grilling pork chops. The caucuses, though small, are integral to building community, bringing people together, and getting them engaged in the political process.
As someone who has been covering presidential campaigns for decades, I can attest to the fact that anything can happen. Especially looking back at Rick Santorum’s surprise victory in the 2012 GOP Iowa caucuses.
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With the Iowa caucuses just around the corner, our new political reporter embarked on her journey, only to be faced with some unexpected obstacles. But her commitment and determination paid off, and she finally made it to Des Moines, where she was met by a fellow Monitor reporter.
And it wasn’t all for nothing. We have some fascinating stories from the ground in Iowa and from South Carolina that holds a national impact for the 2024 election. Stay up to date with our comprehensive political coverage this week!