For each scenario, there is a standard number of CPs (Command Points) a candidate receives each day. In 2008, this is 0. The the candidate’s Established rating will be added to the number of CPs. For example, if the candidate’s Established rating is 3, +3 CP. For example, if the party’s HWE is 3, +3 CP. Finally, if the HQ morale is low or high, CPs will be added or minused (this can change throughout the game, and this will be displayed in the lower left. The minimum number of CPs per day is 1.
During the primaries, a turn takes 7 days, so you will see 7 times your daily amount of CPs as being available on a turn.