We can all now officially mark our calendars. Iowa Democrats and Republicans will caucus on the same night: Thursday, Jan. 3, 2008.
The Democratic State Central Committee held a conference call tonight in which membership overwhelmingly agreed to the recommendation put forth by Chairman Scott Brennan. As many have reported, this is the earliest date the caucuses.
Danny O’Brien, Iowa State Director for Sen. Joe Biden’s presidential campaign issued the following statement in response to the vote:
“From the day he announced his candidacy, Sen. Biden made it clear that Iowa would be at the center of his campaign strategy. Its retail tradition of politics, meeting voters face to face in their living rooms, diners and union halls provides a level playing field that offsets the effects of celebrity and money. Over the last nine months his commitment to the Iowa caucuses has only grown stronger as Democrats across the state have demonstrated their seriousness in electing a candidate who can win the 2008 general election. Sen. Biden looks forward to a strong showing in the January 3 caucuses that will propel him toward the Democratic nomination.”
