Not really, unless you are suggesting most of the delegates on the ballot lied about their intentions... Tonight it will be known which delegates got elected and based on their public statements you will have a good idea of how many will vote for which candidate at the convention.
Yes they are free to change their minds, but its pretty safe bet, that unlike professional politicians, most will likely stick to their public statements.
Yes they are free to change their minds, but its pretty safe bet, that unlike professional politicians, most will likely stick to their public statements.
I wish that were only true. I participated in GOP politics for a long time. I have been a delegate to state conventions over a half dozen times. The people who get selected to be delegates to the national convention are usually part of the local GOPe. It is a reward to go to the national convention where you can party and have fun. Many of the delegates have been there repeatedly. It is a perk for those who have committed lots of time and effort to the party. I hope you are right.