1. America is ready to vote
It’s caucus night! In a matter of hours, Iowa becomes the first state in the US to help nominate the next president. Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton are up in the polls. But…
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Snow time
A blizzard warning is in effect in Iowa. That could keep less-committed voters home, depending how late the storm falls. Are Trump backers fair-weather fans – or will they dash through the snow for democracy?
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Oh, and here's a simple video guide to Iowa caucuses
2. Sanders counts on youth
Democratic hopeful and avowed socialist Bernie Sanders trounces Clinton 3-1 with young Iowa voters. But Iowa is voting late this year – after schools are back in session. Will the kids come home, where their votes could make the difference?
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3. Should you ever trust a poll again?
Pollsters blew the 2014 US midterms and the Scottish referendum. How about 2016? Has Clinton really halted her months-long slide against Sanders? Stay tuned!
Clinton: 'I'm with him'
Hillary is "one of the finest Secretary of States we've had." —@POTUShttps://t.co/hl6fBFBBRb
— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) February 1, 2016
4. After Iowa, the world
Iowa kicks off the voting – but the game’s just beginning. Expect at least a six-pack of Republicans to charge onward to New Hampshire next week – and beyond. We’ll be there for you then, tonight, and every damn day.
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... and one more thing
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when even your daughter wouldn't vote for you pic.twitter.com/nxC2lhLNZc
— Rachel Zarrell (@rachelzarrell) February 1, 2016
