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Originally Posted by Bowas
You are correct, as it is just a poll, an opinion count, that's all.
The delegates will usually vote the will of the populous, but are under no obligation to do so. It is designed as a "check and balance" to the Republic.
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Party rules are designed by parties, and have nothing to do with "checks and balances" - except maybe to ensure party big wigs maintain control of the party.
The Electoral College vs "general election" is something else, that IS designed as way for States to have some control over who becomes Pres and Vice Pres.