Iowa might not require in-person caucus voting

The Iowa Democratic Party on Monday proposed the biggest changes to the state’s famed caucuses in nearly 50 years by recommending Iowans be able to participate virtually.

If approved, the measure would allow people to caucus using telephones or smart devices during the days leading up to the Feb. 3 caucus night.

In the current system, caucusgoers have to physically show up at a site — often a school, church or community center— and show their support for presidential candidates by standing in groups. Proponents of the virtual caucus say it will help address criticism that the caucuses are difficult to attend for single parents, people who work at night and the elderly.

The proposal now goes before Iowa Democrats to comment on for 30 days. himself was jailed Monday on an involuntary manslaughter conviction nearly five years after he died in a truck filled with toxic gas.

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