Primary Puzzle

A political puzzle persists between New Hampshire and Michigan.

Democrats and Republicans in the "Wolverine State" said yesterday they're standing by plans to hold a Primary on January 15th. But a Court of Appeals is now considering whether the law setting up Michigan's date is constitutional. State officials are calling for a ruling by tomorrow.

Meanwhile, Michigan's date is the final piece in the the Granite State's 'Primary Date Puzzle.' New Hampshire wants to retain its traditional first-in-the-nation status by holding the first Primary after the Iowa Caucuses, which are scheduled for January 3rd.

Joining us for a status report is James Pindell. He's New Hampshire Political Correspondent for The Boston Globe, where he writes a blog called, "The Primary Source."

Audio for this story will be available on WBUR's web site later today.