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Old 02-17-2008   #7671 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by ryberg View Post
The problem is that the superdelegates DO wield power on the floor in the form of votes, of course. So Roni says it's playing a game, but leaving the decision to the floor is de facto acceptance of the validity of superdelegates overturning the popular vote. it's making the decision already, not leaving it to the floor in some more democratic way. It is impossible, in that light, to leave the decision to the floor on this matter.

Steve
There is no question as to the validity or legality of all the delegates.

Advocate for a back room deal if you want to, but at least be up-front about the fact that you are advocating that.

Thanks in advance

Ron
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