Nate Silver

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Nate Silver @NateSilver538

So, it seems clear that there's not a consensus on what "contested convention" means. I actually *thought* was definition 1 — a contested convention means multiple ballots — but lots of people think otherwise. — PolitiTweet.org

Which is *closer* to correct: 1—A CONTESTED CONVENTION has a precise definition: It means a nomination that require… https://t.co/vVRIV5J39m

Posted May 21, 2019 Hibernated

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RT @stevebenen: A detail to keep in mind: 54% voted against Trump in 2016, and he won anyway. https://t.co/AvpAvEjcJe — PolitiTweet.org

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Here's what I think the definition *should* be, i.e. what would be most useful for journalists & other observers. A contested convention is one in which the identity of the nominee is in doubt when the convention begins (or unexpectedly comes into doubt during the convention). — PolitiTweet.org

Posted May 21, 2019 Hibernated