Today marks the carryout of yet another state caucus in the 2020 presidential election. Hours ago, Americans learned that Democrat Bernie Sanders won the Nevada caucus. This win does not come as a complete shock, especially in light of Sanders’ lead in Nevada polls prior to today’s outcome.
Sanders’ victory in Nevada follows his win of the New Hampshire primary. While this is good news for the Democratic-socialist’s campaign, the same cannot be said for other contenders, such as Joe Biden and Elizabeth Warren. In recent weeks, both Biden and Warren have struggled to boost their campaigns and regain momentum.
A Closer Review of Sanders’ Victory in Nevada
Caucuses, or rather the ability to win caucuses, plays a monumental role in candidates’ runs for office. All in all, these elections across different states are supposed to indicate how a candidate will fare in regards to winning their party’s nomination.
Despite his victory in Nevada, progressive Democrats and others who lean further to the left mainly comprise Sanders’ base. Centrists and even some moderate Democrats are not as supportive of Sanders as their more left-leaning counterparts.
