DNC Chair Calls For Recanvass Of Iowa Caucus Results

DNC Chair Calls For Recanvass Of Iowa Caucus Results

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The Iowa Democratic caucuses faced scrutiny due to delayed and inaccurate results, primarily caused by a malfunctioning app. DNC Chair Tom Perez called for a recanvass to ensure public confidence. Despite the issues, candidates Bernie Sanders and Pete Buttigieg declared victory based on different metrics. The final delegate count remains uncertain, with both candidates potentially receiving the same number of pledged delegates.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What prompted the call for a recanvass of the Iowa Democratic caucuses results?

Issues with the delegate selection plan and app

A directive from the New York Times

A recount request from Bernie Sanders

A request from a presidential campaign

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What was the main issue reported by the New York Times regarding the Iowa caucuses?

A malfunctioning voting machine

A lack of voter turnout

Inaccuracies in the released results

A dispute between candidates

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What was the primary problem with the app used by Iowa Democrats?

It did not function properly

It was not user-friendly

It was too expensive

It was hacked

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which candidate claimed electoral success citing the popular vote?

Amy Klobuchar

Joe Biden

Bernie Sanders

Elizabeth Warren

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What was the state of the delegate count between Sanders and Buttigieg?

Sanders had a clear lead

Neither had any delegates

They were tied

Buttigieg had a slight lead