Warren was one of four Democratic presidential candidates pioneering a virtual campaign trail Friday night in rural Nevada. The early voting state has struggled to attract presidential candidates to its far-flung and sparsely populated towns, spurring Nevada Democrats to set up videoconference town halls with candidates. Walls acknowledged the challenges that keep most Democratic presidential candidates from journeying to rural Nevada, where they might be met with a sparse crowd. It could be a nationwide model as presidential candidates expand the traditional campaign map to seek support in places where Democrats have struggled, including rural America. For the candidates struggling to break out of a crowded Democratic field, rural support could make a vital difference in Nevada’s caucuses.

Source: thestar June 01, 2019 15:56 UTC