Only 10% of registered voters expected to attend caucuses.

[calteacherguy]

"Every so often, I page through my copy of the Constitution, searching for the section that says Iowa and New Hampshire vote first. I've yet to find it. But Iowa and New Hampshire are set to lead off the presidential voting on January 3 and 8. Right now, Iowa, where about 200,000 people--around 10 percent of registered voters--are expected to attend the party caucuses, is producing great ruction in both parties' races."

http://www.realclearpolitics.com/articles/2007/12/iowans_start_choosing_favorite.html

I find the fact that such a minority will have such an influence on choosing our next President truly remarkable.

[spag68]

1. I agree

[zulchzulu]

2. A sad truth about how little Americans respect or appreciate their right to vote

Granted, there are some reasons for people to be cynical. But I always say that if you don't vote, you can't complain.

[napi21]

3. You are right, but who's fault is that?

The media makes such a big deal about Iowa and NH! In all fairness, this year might be a bit different because the majority of states are holding their primaires so early. It's US who let the early states make such a difference!

I already know who I'm voting for, and it's NOT one of the top 3! I also admit that I'm hoping he makes a good showing in Iowa because we have so many stupid people in our country.

[Yukari Yakumo]

4. Sadly, mine is not one of them...

Montana is dead last in the process, so I probably won't bother to vote in the primaries.

[LiberalFighter]

5. Technically that is wrong about Iowa and New Hampshire voting first

They don't get to vote for the next President first.

They only get to influence the nomination process. What influence they really have. The winners of the primaries and caucuses don't all eventually become the nominee.

The other thing is that independents or those not wanting to affiliate with either party will not vote in the caucuses or primaries. They have voluntarily agreed not to be involved in the primaries or caucuses to select the nominee.

There isn't anything in the Constitution about primaries or caucuses either.