spare voter n.โ ยซThen thereโs the fact that a candidate needs to have the support of at least 15% of the voters in a precinct before qualifying for any of its delegates. Backers of a candidate who doesnโt receive the requisite support...
collective begging n.โ ยซWhen Murray was through, the delegates leaped to their feet and cheered loud & long. But it was not unanimous. Grumbled one rescindist after the final vote: “Hell, we havenโt even got collective begging...
firehouse primary n.โ ยซThe presidential primary in South Carolina is known as a “firehouse primary,” as it is being held in conjunction with the partyโs precinct meetings at which local party officers are elected and delegates...
visibility whip n. a worker responsible for precisely orchestrating the presentation of placards, chants, and other demonstrations of support among delegates at a political convention, especially during speeches. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)

