Letters: Dems' superdelegate system is rigged
I agree with the commentary arguing that the superdelegate system is antidemocratic ("End the antidemocratic superdelegate system," Friday). The Democratic Party's claim to equal representation is utterly bankrupt when it gives party insiders and donors voting power that is independent of the will of the people.
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Rigged Dem system
I agree with the commentary arguing that the superdelegate system is antidemocratic ("End the antidemocratic superdelegate system," Friday). The Democratic Party's claim to equal representation is utterly bankrupt when it gives party insiders and donors voting power that is independent of the will of the people.
However, I disagree with the claim that superdelegates did not play a role in giving Clinton her party's nomination. Primary elections depend on momentum. Early differences in delegate counts are magnified, as voters in later primaries and caususes tend to support leading candidates. By locking in superdelegates before the first primaries had taken place, Clinton gave the appearance of being the people's choice.
The superdelegate system is a tool of the Democratic Party oligarchy. The attempt by the party to appear democratic is a sham.
Edward Buchanan, Glenside
Woeful, not soulful
One thing you can say about Donald Trump is that he is the only presidential candidate to have danced on stage with James Brown.
On Aug. 28, 1993, the singer was performing at the Trump Taj Mahal in Atlantic City. I was seated a few rows behind Trump, fiancée Marla Maples, and two of Trump's kids. After every song, Brown came to the edge of the stage and talked to Trump. Finally, during the encore, Trump went on stage and danced with Brown.
It was quite a sight - picture Elaine's awkward, painful-to-watch moves on Seinfeld.
David S. Einhorn, Philadelphia