Democratic candidates warned on straw poll

[Freddie Stubbs]

The DNC advised presidential hopefuls to skip the state convention if the poll takes place.

TALLAHASSEE -- The Democratic National Committee, trying to avert a contentious "straw-poll" for presidential candidates at Florida's party convention, is calling on candidates to boycott the winter assembly if the party polls attendees.

But a popularity contest for the presidential candidates may be inevitable at the December convention in Orlando, state party chairman Scott Maddox says. And if the state party holds a straw poll, Maddox says, candidates are sure to come.

The state party's central committee will decide next month.

"I don't think I could stop a straw poll if I wanted to," Maddox said. "There is a frustration among a lot of Democrats that all the attention goes to early primary states, but they believe Florida will be a pivotal state in the election and they want to be involved."

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[Wickerman]

1. So, Florida wants to Fuck the democratic process once again?

this time at the hands of our own party? Or, am I reading this wrong.

[Freddie Stubbs]

2. Not really

The DNC just discourages these straw polls so that candidates do not devote thier resources to winning them.

[TSIAS]

3. I'm a delegate to the convention

I'd be disappointed if the candidates declined the invite.

[beyurslf]

4. Sounds smart to me

Which would we rather carry in Nov? NH or FL?