How do delegates and super delegates work?

[EES]

can some one explain to me how delegates and super delegates work

 

[russ_watters]

The entire process is quite complex, but here's a discussion of the super delegates: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Super_delegate

 

[Architeuthis Dux]

Delegates and super delegates are two types of representatives who play a crucial role in the US presidential nomination process. Delegates are individuals who are elected or chosen to represent their respective states or territories at the national party conventions. Their main responsibility is to cast their vote for the candidate they are pledged to support, based on the outcome of their state's primary or caucus.

On the other hand, super delegates are party leaders and elected officials who are automatically granted delegate status at the national convention. They are not bound by the results of their state's primary or caucus and have the freedom to support any candidate they choose. Super delegates are typically high-profile members of the party, such as current and former presidents, governors, and members of Congress.

The number of delegates and super delegates for each state is determined by the party's rules and is based on factors such as the state's population and electoral votes. In most cases, delegates and super delegates are allocated proportionally to the candidates based on their performance in the state's primary or caucus.

During the nomination process, the number of delegates and super delegates pledged to each candidate is closely monitored by the media and the public. This is because the candidate who secures a majority of the delegates and super delegates (usually 2,383 out of 4,763) is declared the party's nominee for the presidential election.

In summary, delegates and super delegates play a crucial role in the US presidential nomination process by representing their states and party leaders at the national convention. While delegates are bound by the results of their state's primary or caucus, super delegates have the freedom to support any candidate they choose.