14 of 20 Dem Candidates Met Both Debate Thresholds, DNC's Perez Says

The transcript discusses the criteria set for candidates participating in the Miami debate, including fundraising and polling thresholds. It addresses Governor Steve Bullock's criticism of the DNC's rules, particularly regarding last-minute changes and polling requirements. The discussion highlights the importance of fair rules and the challenges candidates face in meeting them. The DNC emphasizes the need for engagement with grassroots supporters and the fairness of the established criteria.

What were the two main criteria set by the DNC for candidates to qualify for the debate?

• Polling threshold and media coverage

• Endorsements and media coverage

• Polling threshold and debate performance

• Grassroots fundraising and polling threshold

Why did Governor Steve Bullock criticize the DNC?

• He disagreed with the fundraising criteria

• He believed there were last-minute rule changes

• He was not informed about the debate location

• He was not invited to the debate

What was the issue with the survey Governor Bullock referenced?

• It did not list any candidate names

• It was not conducted by a reputable organization

• It included only Republican candidates

• It was conducted in a foreign country

What does the DNC emphasize as important issues for the debate?

• Tax cuts and infrastructure

• Access to affordable health care and economic equality

• Foreign policy and military spending

• Education reform and climate change

What is the DNC's stance on the fairness of their debate criteria?

• They think the criteria are fair and reasonable

• They believe the criteria are too strict

• They have not commented on the fairness

• They plan to change the criteria for future debates