WGXC-90.7 FM

Sprouts: Stephen Schmidt, David Redlawsk

Feb 02, 2016: 3pm - 3:30 pm
WGXC 90.7-FM: Radio for Open Ears

90.7-FM in NY's Upper Hudson Valley and wgxc.org/listen everywhere
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WGXC Satellite Studio

Carnegie Room, Catskill Library | Catskill, NY

Produced by Sprouts.

As Iowa Caucuses kick off the presidential election cycle, an exploration of the history of the presidential nominating process that explains why we have caucuses and primaries, why Iowa caucuses, and why Iowa is "first in the nation". Also some opinions from Iowa caucus-goers on why they support their candidates of choice. Highlighted is a description of the catalyst for our current nominating system: the riots at the Chicago Democratic Party Convention in 1968, and ensuring McGovern Act. Produced by Sprouts.