If one of the candidates goes into the convention with the minimum number of delegates all tied up, then the vote is really just a simple formality for show and celebration.
If, however, we go into the convention and no candidate has the minimum number of delegate votes to secure the nomination, then they vote over and over, with negotiations, until one of the candidates does have enough votes. If I remember correctly, they are only bound to vote for the candidate that they were elected to represent on the first vote. After that, they can choose to go any way they want. So in this case, yes, it IS the delegates who will decide the party's nominee.
Thanks. I do understand how it works. And if it works the way Romey/Delay want it to, millions of Republican voters will sit out the election.
My point was a comparison between Delay’s legal troubles and outcome and the way he views the convention should go. It was a stretch my point would be grasped.
Appreciate the added information though. Thanks.