Which of the following best explains the role of superdelegates?(1 point)

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They only vote in closed primaries.
They only vote in closed primaries.

They are pledged to a candidate but are allowed to change their vote at the convention.
They are pledged to a candidate but are allowed to change their vote at the convention.

They only vote in caucuses.
They only vote in caucuses.

They are not pledged to a candidate and may vote for whomever they choose at the convention.

1 answer

The best explanation for the role of superdelegates is:

They are not pledged to a candidate and may vote for whomever they choose at the convention.

Superdelegates are party officials and leaders who are not bound to vote for any specific candidate and have the freedom to support whomever they prefer during the convention.