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Old 04-20-2016, 01:11 AM  
kane
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Originally Posted by mineistaken View Post
Well, most of the people were 100% sure that Cruz won't get majority of delegates before the conventions even weeks ago.
And 99.9% sure that he won't get plurality of delegates as well. Weeks ago that is.
So in that context it was strange to read your conclusion that it is only today when it is clear
I guess if we speak about official mathematical chances



He could "give" them only on the second ballot though. Correct me if I am wrong. And "give" is slippery word, no Kasich delegate would be bound to vote for Cruz or anyone else. Of course naturally "anti Trump" sentiment would probably prevail.
I believe you are correct. If it is a contested convention my understanding is that if there is a second ballot then deals start to get made. Give really isn't the right word. It would be more like Kasich would have to convince his delegates to vote for Cruz.
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