DNC passes historic reforms stripping superdelegates of power

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DNC passes historic reforms stripping superdelegates of power
by Laura Barrón-López
 | August 25, 2018 01:23 PM



CHICAGO -- Two years after the gruesome presidential primary of 2016 left Democrats bitterly divided, the Democratic National Committee adopted major reforms Saturday to reduce the outsized influence of unpledged delegates, known as superdelegates.

In a majority vote, the DNC passed a measure to block superdelegates — elected officials and party leaders — from casting a vote for any presidential candidate unless a second ballot is required at the 2020 national convention, stripping them of power. The change comes after supporters of Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., asserted superdelegates gave Hillary Clinton an unfair advantage, creating a perception that she had the nomination sewn up before the primary.

But the reforms codified Saturday, which dramatically change the way the party picks its presidential nominee, were backed by supporters of both Clinton and Sanders. Other adopted changes include making caucuses more accessible to those with disabilities or unable to physically attend a caucus.

“We cannot repair the damage that has been done and we can’t restore the freedoms that have been taken away unless we can win elections,” said American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees President Lee Saunders, referring to the Trump administration. “That means we must have a nominating process that leads to victory in 2020 and beyond.”

“These aren’t radical or revolutionary reforms,” Saunders added. “But it will go a long way toward restoring trust in our party.”

The changes didn’t come without drama, however. Cries for unity, claims that minority members were being disenfranchised, and accusations of secrecy circulated among members at the three-day gathering in Chicago. The meeting, which included starstruck Democrats cooing over Stormy Daniels attorney Michael Avenatti as he worked the event for two days, culminated in a tense general session where the full committee voted on the proposed reforms.


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[kevindavis007]

Translation, they know that Hillary isn't going to run again.

[Meldrew]

Clearing the path for the Democrat Socialists.

[Formerly Once-Ler]

The rats think they are fixing problems.  I wish the GOP had super delegates to protect the party from their stupid voters.

[Free Vulcan]

The rats think they are fixing problems.  I wish the GOP had super delegates to protect the party from their stupid voters.

That's some nice swampy elitism you got going there.

[libertybele]

Translation, they know that Hillary isn't going to run again.

...meanwhile Bernie is considering another run.

[Bigun]

If you get down in the weeds you soon discover this to be nothing more than a publicity stunt.  A giant nothing burger.

[dfwgator]

...meanwhile Bernie is considering another run.

Hopefully as an Independent.  Trump should be writing the "Thank You" note, if that happens.

[catfish1957]

Hopefully as an Independent.  Trump should be writing the "Thank You" note, if that happens.

Trump may still have some of his recent democrat voting cards.  Wonder if he had a say.

[Sanguine]

If you get down in the weeds you soon discover this to be nothing more than a publicity stunt.  A giant nothing burger.

Yeah, the idea that the DNC elites would give up their king-making abilities is a bit of a stretch.  That they would pretend to do so to make the DNC seem more egalitarian and "democratic" - now, that makes sense.