Biden's New Hampshire Primary Absence Stirs Controversy, Write-In Effort Launched by State Democrats

Biden's campaign opts out of the unsanctioned primary after DNC reschedules New Hampshire primary, while top state Democrats rally support delivering a significant write-in effort for the incumbent president.

Joe Biden and the Democratic National Committee displaced the first-in-the-nation primary in New Hampshire, opting for a more racially diverse electorate. Despite state law ensuring New Hampshire's status as the first primary, Biden's campaign announced he would not be placing his name on the New Hampshire ballot.
In response to Biden's decision, top state Democrats launched a significant write-in campaign for the president in New Hampshire. Critics claim this could lead to a damaging underperformance by the incumbent, pointing to past missteps where write-in campaigns led to political downfall.
Minnesota congressman Dean Phillips has filed to compete in the New Hampshire primary, creating the possibility of an upset. Phillips, a wealthy member of Congress, is expected by many to spend a significant amount on his campaign.
Although Biden's name will not appear on the New Hampshire primary ballot, some state Democratic leaders have begun organizing a write-in effort on Biden’s behalf. Supporters emphasize that the Biden re-election campaign and the New Hampshire Democratic Party are not involved in the write-in campaign.
New Hampshire's rescheduled primary is out of compliance with the Democratic National Committee's revised 2024 nominating calendar, which may pose potential future penalties from the DNC. State election officials and voters continue to navigate the complications of this unprecedented scenario.