GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Michigan's primary is less than a week away. While Super Tuesday gave us an idea of who the front-runners are for the Democratic nomination, there's still a lot to be decided.
The last delegate count after Super Tuesday has Biden slightly edging Sanders, with Warren far behind both in third. The main contest now appears to be between Biden and Sanders.
After a disappointing night on Tuesday, Mike Bloomberg removed himself from contention and endorsed Joe Biden, who had a much different night with ten wins.
Michigan's primary next week could help solidify which of the two become the party's clear favorite.
With multiple candidates dropping out in recent days and endorsing Biden, including Bloomberg, Tuesday's primary here could swing in the direction of the former Vice President.
The most recent polling data from the Detroit News came out before Super Tuesday and had Biden winning by a slim margin. Tuesday's results could boost Biden more. However, with Elizabeth Warren reportedly re-evaluating her campaign, her dropping out could give Sanders a boost here.
Sanders is planning at least two stops in Michigan this week, including Grand Rapids on Sunday.
Regardless, it is clear these two are neck-and-neck going into Michigan and winning our state will be an important step toward the nomination. Gary Stark, the Chair of the Kent County Democratic Party, says it is not uncommon to go into the convention this summer without a clear winner.
Stark mentioned that this situation happened at the last convention and has happened several times before. He said it would be best to have a single candidate the party agreed on before July.
Before Tuesday, it is also important to remember that if you have voted absentee and the candidate you cast your ballot for has dropped out, you have the option to withdraw your ballot and vote for a candidate that is still in the race. If this applies to you, contact your local city clerks office.
