The presidential primary takes the formal selection of convention delegates out of the control of __________ and places it in the hands of the voters.

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State party leaders traditionally had a significant amount of control over the selection of convention delegates. However, with the introduction of presidential primaries, the power to select these delegates has shifted to the voters. Although local precinct bosses, the national committee chairperson, and big donors may have influence within a political party, they do not have formal control over the selection of convention delegates. Party platforms, while important, are not directly related to the selection of convention delegates.

The Presidential Primary Takes the Formal Selection of Convention Delegates