Hattiesburg mayor says superdelegate system will change
The Democratic Party’s system for selecting superdelegates may change by the next presidential election to treat presidential candidates more fairly, Hattiesburg Mayor Johnny DuPree said Tuesday at the party’s national convention here.
“It may even give more opportunities for more people,’’ DuPree said. “I think it helps to open up the field of people who might attempt to do something on a national level. Hopefully, it’s proportional (and) it’s pledged so you come here with a better feel for where you are.’’
DuPree was among 25 people appointed to the Democratic National Committee’s Rules Committee by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schutlz, the DNC’s outgoing chairwoman. The standing committee has 187 members, most of whom are not appointed.
Clarion Ledger
7/26/16
Magnolia Tribune
