Josh Putnam

political scientist and consultant

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The president’s decision not to seek another term means his delegates are no longer pledged to a candidate. Many have already said they will back Kamala Harris.

With Biden out, how will the Democratic nomination process work?

The president’s decision not to seek another term means his delegates are no longer pledged to a candidate. Many have already said they will back Kamala Harris.

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