For the first time in many decades, the Californian presidential primary is going to have a significant influence on the selection of the nominees, both on the Democratic and Republican sides.
Till the last election cycle, Californian primaries were typically held in June, a time when the selection of candidates was all over but for the crowning at the conventions. This year, by pushing the primary forward to what is now being called Super Tuesday, Californians finally have a situation where their votes matter.
WNI will attempt to lay down some of the numbers at stake for candidates from each party. On Sunday we will do a quick primer on candidates and propositions at stake.
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