Blog 2.2



1.  Why is the Liberty and Justice Celebration dinner important to candidates?

The Liberty and Justice Celebration Dinner is the largest convening of Iowa voters. Also, it is extremely close to the Iowa Caucus, so it is imperative that candidates stand out in their final campaign moments.

2. What percentage of voters still consider themselves undecided?  What percentage of voters are currently certain of their choice in candidates?
According to a Suffolk University/ USA Today poll, twenty-nine percent of voters are undecided.
A Des Moines poll found that only twenty percent of voters are certain about their choice for president.

3. Which candidates are seeing an increase in support? Which candidates are seeing a decrease in support?

Pete Butting has seen an increase in support recently. Former Vice President Biden has had a decrease in support. Senator Bernie Sanders is seeing a decrease in support as well.

4. What message does Pete Buttigieg use to try to stand out to voters?
He uses a centrist message to appeal to voters. He contrasts himself to Senator Warren. 

5. What message does Elizabeth Warren use to try to stand out to voters?

Elizabeth Warren uses her progressive policies to appeal to voters and energize them for the primary.

6. What does Bernie Sanders do differently than all of the other Democratic candidates?
Bernie Sanders did not attack his fellow candidates. He was the only “top-tier candidate” that did not. Also, he hosted a watch-party for supporters opposed to buying them seats.

7. WHEN ARE THEY FINALLY GOING TO HAVE THE IOWA CAUCUS????????

The Iowa Caucus takes place on February 3.

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