Michigan and five other states hold presidential contests on Tuesday at a critical point in the Democratic race. Tuesday marks the first time voters will weigh in on the Democratic contest since it effectively narrowed to a two-person race between Sanders and Biden. Sanders has scoffed at suggestions he could drop out if he doesn’t win Michigan, but his travel schedule underscores its importance. Sanders’ team acknowledges he will also struggle in next week’s Florida primary, where the senator’s past defense of Fidel Castro looms large. This gives Biden an opportunity to greatly increase his lead over Sanders or for Sanders to close the gap.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer March 09, 2020 21:56 UTC