Why the New Hampshire Primary Matters for Democratic Hopefuls

The transcript discusses New Hampshire's significant role in U.S. presidential primaries, highlighting its history of picking presidents. It examines the influence of regional candidates like Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren, and Joe Biden's strategic approach. The discussion includes campaign spending, with Sanders leading in New Hampshire ad spending. Pete Buttigieg's emergence as a contender is noted, along with his coalition-building efforts. The impact of independent voters, who significantly supported Sanders in the past, is also explored.

What is the historical significance of the New Hampshire primaries in U.S. presidential elections?

• They often predict the eventual president.

• They have no impact on the presidential elections.

• They are only important for local elections.

• They are the last primaries before the general election.

Which candidates are mentioned as having an advantage due to their proximity to New Hampshire?

• Kamala Harris and Cory Booker

• Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren

• Donald Trump and Mike Pence

• Pete Buttigieg and Amy Klobuchar

How much did Bernie Sanders spend on TV and radio ads in New Hampshire?

• $5 million

• $2.5 million

• $1 million

• $3.6 million

What strategy is Joe Biden using against Bernie Sanders?

• Emphasizing his own economic plans

• Focusing on foreign policy

• Ignoring Sanders completely

• Highlighting Sanders' socialist label

What role did independent voters play in the previous New Hampshire primary?

• They were evenly split between candidates.

• They turned a tight race into a landslide for Sanders.

• They mostly supported Hillary Clinton.

• They had no impact.