article_snippet: (CNN)Rand Paul's goal to run for two offices in 2016 cleared a hurdle Saturday after Kentucky GOP Kentucky GOP decided to move forward with a proposal to hold a presidential caucus rather than a primary.
article_snippet: Rand Paul searches for green light on caucus proposal .
article_snippet: In other words, Rand Paul's name for Rand Paul Senate re-election bid would still remain on the May 2016 primary ballot, but the presidential vote would likely move up earlier in the year to March.
article_snippet: Rand Paul appeared at the meeting to address some concerns about a caucus, namely the increased cost, as well as the lower voter turnout typically associated with caucuses.
article_snippet: Rand Paul has pledged to raise money through Rand Paul donor network to help offset the costs, and proponents of the caucus argue that the significant media attention expected and Kentucky's earlier placement in the nominating calendar would spur just as much turnout.
highlights_snippet: Rand Paul wants Rand Paul hat in ring for both president and Senate .
  