Super Delegate or Automatic Delegate?

Hi Rikard,

My first thought is that "super" brings attention to the fact that all not delegates have equal powers.

I think "automatic" is based on the fact that they are delegates automatically - by holding certain positions within the party hierarchy or certain elected office. It may be confusing, though, since there is nothing automatic about the way they vote - they can vote for any candidate they wish to support. I think it lends legitimacy to the fact that these delegates do not represent, or have to represent, the popular vote regarding the Democratic presidential candidate.

Whether the Democratic primary process is legitimate or not may be a discussion best had at another point in time, with the long-term in mind. Otherwise, we run the risk of opinions (including mine, I am sure) being tinged by how one's preferred candidate is affected this year.

Regards,

Luis.

"Automatic" delegate implies that there is nothing you can do about it, so stop trying.
It's automatic, not just their initial selection, but their choice of candidate.

A battle to woo Super Delegates makes sense. Like Superman, they can rescue either candidate in distress. They can do the right thing, or will they be Bizarro-Super Delegates?

But to battle over "automatic" delegates seems pointless, silly, you can't woo a robot. They're automatic, they follow their programming, so stop trying. Stop it now, (while Hillary has the advantage)! The word "automatic" removes intention, freedom, personality, and responsibility from these human individuals.

And it gives them cover. What are the Super Delegates' names? Very interesting question. . . let's meet them. What are the Automatic Delegates' names? Who cares! The battle is, uh, elsewhere!

One can imagine why the Hillary campaign would like to "Automatically" win, rather than "overrule democracy" or "steal" the nomination.

Words to look forward to:
Autonomous delegates. Veto delegates. Underdelegates vs. Superdelegates!