- 8 January 2008
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- Election 2008, Presidential 2008 Elections
As the national Presidential elections heat up after the Iowa and New Hampshire primaries, the Iranian American community can look forward to its participation in the states where it overwhelmingly resides. On February 5th, 50.9% of Democratic delegates and 44% of Republican delegates to the national conventions will be selected from states including California, New York, New Jersey, Illinois, and Minnesota.
Iranian-Americans have a real opportunity to affect the outcome of some of these elections for both the Republican and the Democratic parties. However, we can only do this as a community if we are informed about the process and participate in great numbers. This month, NIAC published an article on the potential Iranian-American influence in the Presidential Primary process that I hope helps further educate our community.
Below are a few thoughts on the candidates and I welcome you to join the conversation about these important elections.