The New Hampshire primary has historically been a beacon of hope and excitement for American politics. Average citizens could personally meet and question every candidate, creating a sense of wonder and gratitude. However, recent primaries have been anything but traditional and uplifting. The 2016 primaries were compared to a bad movie sequel, with a morbid fascination about watching an impending catastrophe. The 2020 primaries were grim and rickety, conducted in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, in 2024, with the pandemic seemingly behind us, the primaries have fallen into a repetitive loop of chaos. With the cruise ship of American politics heading for the supertanker, it seems that the New Hampshire primary has lost its luster and become a morbid fascination. Will this year's primary be any different or continue in the same vein?

In an interview with The Bulwark, journalist Molly Martinez reflects on the decline of the New Hampshire primary and the loss of hope for America. With the primaries moving from exciting nerd Olympics to grim and bizarre events, the sense of wonder and optimism has faded. The question remains: can the New Hampshire primary reclaim its former glory or is it doomed to be a captivating disaster once again? As the 2024 primaries unfold, the answer may become clearer.