# Delegates on The No Agenda Show Delegates comes up in 30 chapters across 29 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from December 2011 to August 2024. - **Chapters:** 30 - **Episodes:** 29 - **Discussed:** December 2011 – August 2024 - **Related topics:** [Ron Paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [Bernie Sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [Mitt Romney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitt-romney.md), [Gop Primary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gop-primary.md), [Electoral College](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electoral-college.md), [Iowa Caucus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iowa-caucus.md), [Democracy Now](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy-now.md), [Democratic National Convention](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democratic-national-convention.md), [Dnc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dnc.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 30 ### DNC Floor Protests, Palestinian Delegates and Gaza Conflict - **Episode:** [1689: Unhappy Newcomer](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1689-unhappy-newcomer.md) - **Published:** 2024-08-25 - **Time:** 22:08–25:44 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1689-unhappy-newcomer/chapter/dnc-floor-protests-palestinian-delegates-and-gaza-conflict.md Pro-Palestinian delegates staged protests on the floor of the Democratic National Convention, which were largely obscured by other attendees holding "Thank You Joe" signs. The Uncommitted Movement expressed frustration over being denied a primetime speaking slot for a Palestinian American. Outside the venue, thousands marched to demand an arms embargo on Israel. Keywords: [amy goodman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amy-goodman.md), [democracy now](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy-now.md), [gaza](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gaza.md), [palestinian](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palestinian.md), [dnc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dnc.md), delegates against genocide, uncommitted movement ### Ari Emanuel on Hollywood Donors and Legal Hurdles - **Episode:** [1674: We're Working!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1674-we-re-working.md) - **Published:** 2024-07-04 - **Time:** 30:01–34:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1674-we-re-working/chapter/ari-emanuel-on-hollywood-donors-and-legal-hurdles.md Endeavor CEO Ari Emanuel, speaking at the Aspen Ideas Festival, outlines the legal complexities of removing Biden from the ballot in swing states and Ohio. He notes that major Hollywood donors, led by Jeffrey Katzenberg, are beginning to divert funds toward Congressional and Senate races as confidence in the presidency wanes. Keywords: [ari emanuel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ari-emanuel.md), [jeffrey katzenberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeffrey-katzenberg.md), [aspen ideas festival](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aspen-ideas-festival.md), ohio ballot, [delegates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/delegates.md), [campaign finance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-finance.md), [hollywood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hollywood.md) ### Democratic Party Delegate Rules, Potential Replacement Scenarios - **Episode:** [1673: Mummy and the Dummy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1673-mummy-and-the-dummy.md) - **Published:** 2024-06-30 - **Time:** 12:28–19:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1673-mummy-and-the-dummy/chapter/democratic-party-delegate-rules-potential-replacement-scenarios.md Legal experts and political strategists examined the difficulty of replacing Joe Biden on state ballots due to established delegate rules and the Electoral College timeline. Potential scenarios for a candidate swap include Biden stepping down after the convention, a sudden vacancy, or invocation of the 25th Amendment. Speculation persists that the Democratic Party requires a plausible candidate like Gavin Newsom or Kamala Harris to maintain electoral legitimacy. Keywords: [electoral college](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electoral-college.md), [democratic national convention](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democratic-national-convention.md), [25th amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/25th-amendment.md), [gavin newsom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gavin-newsom.md), [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [delegates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/delegates.md) ### Trump Tower Press Conference and GOP Galvanization - **Episode:** [1665: Flag Gate](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1665-flag-gate.md) - **Published:** 2024-06-03 - **Time:** 27:46–29:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1665-flag-gate/chapter/trump-tower-press-conference-and-gop-galvanization.md Donald Trump held a press conference at Trump Tower, which provided better audio quality than the courthouse steps. The hosts note that the conviction has seemingly galvanized the Republican Party behind Trump, making it virtually impossible for him to be removed from the ticket given his delegate count. The campaign continues to report record-breaking online donation figures. Keywords: [trump tower](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump-tower.md), [gop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gop.md), [delegates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/delegates.md), [republican party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/republican-party.md), [fundraising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fundraising.md) ### Mo Brooks and the Electoral College Timeline - **Episode:** [1301: BINO](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1301-bino.md) - **Published:** 2020-12-06 - **Time:** 2:13:46–2:18:46 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1301-bino/chapter/mo-brooks-and-the-electoral-college-timeline.md Representative Mo Brooks of Alabama outlines the constitutional process for challenging electoral college results on January 6th. If a House member and Senator object, it triggers a vote that could lead to the House of Representatives choosing the President via state delegations. Republicans currently control the majority of these delegations, providing a potential path for a Trump victory. Keywords: [mo brooks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mo-brooks.md), [electoral college](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electoral-college.md), [january 6](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/january-6.md), [house of representatives](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/house-of-representatives.md), [senate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/senate.md), state delegations ### Super Tuesday Polling Anomalies in Texas and California - **Episode:** [1222: Booby-Trap](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1222-booby-trap.md) - **Published:** 2020-03-08 - **Time:** 1:45:51–1:50:08 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1222-booby-trap/chapter/super-tuesday-polling-anomalies-in-texas-and-california.md Voters in Austin reported a public and potentially shaming process of choosing between Democrat and Republican "poll pads." The segment examines the slow reporting of results in Texas and California, noting that while local elections used new software, presidential delegate counts were handled separately by the DNC. The hosts question the use of the term "snafu" to describe these technical delays. Keywords: [super tuesday](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/super-tuesday.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [dnc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dnc.md), [delegates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/delegates.md), voting software, snafu ### Nevada Caucus Logistics, Iowa Delegate Discrepancies - **Episode:** [1219: Peak Nuts](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1219-peak-nuts.md) - **Published:** 2020-02-27 - **Time:** 2:28:53–2:32:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1219-peak-nuts/chapter/nevada-caucus-logistics-iowa-delegate-discrepancies.md A listener report from the Nevada caucus explains the use of Google Forms as a math-checking tool for delegates. The hosts also discuss the final Iowa caucus results, noting that while Sanders and Buttigieg had identical vote percentages, Buttigieg received one more delegate due to the state's weighting system. Keywords: [nevada caucus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nevada-caucus.md), [iowa caucus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iowa-caucus.md), [delegates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/delegates.md), [bernie sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), [pete buttigieg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pete-buttigieg.md) ### NBC News, Debate Clip Removal and Convention Rules - **Episode:** [1218: Eggsistenial](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1218-eggsistenial.md) - **Published:** 2020-02-23 - **Time:** 28:38–34:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1218-eggsistenial/chapter/nbc-news-debate-clip-removal-and-convention-rules.md NBC News allegedly omitted a crucial segment from its online debate archives where candidates were asked if the person with the most delegates should automatically be the nominee. Every candidate except Bernie Sanders answered "no," favoring the established convention process over a simple plurality. This omission is viewed as an attempt to avoid upsetting Sanders' supporters who fear a rigged convention. Keywords: [nbc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc-news.md), [democratic national convention](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democratic-national-convention.md), [delegates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/delegates.md), [bernie sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md) ### Diversity in 2017 Democratic Election Wins - **Episode:** [980: King Tide](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/980-king-tide.md) - **Published:** 2017-11-09 - **Time:** 1:15:29–1:19:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/980-king-tide/chapter/diversity-in-2017-democratic-election-wins.md The 2017 elections saw several historic wins for diverse Democratic candidates, including Danica Roem, the first openly transgender state lawmaker in Virginia. Other notable winners included Ravinder Bhala, a Sikh mayor in Hoboken, and Jenny Durkan, Seattle's first lesbian mayor. The hosts analyze the media's focus on the candidates' identities rather than their policy platforms. Keywords: danica roem, ravinder bhala, [jenny durkan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jenny-durkan.md), virginia house of delegates, [diversity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/diversity.md) ### Chris Hurst Election and Alison Parker Shooting - **Episode:** [980: King Tide](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/980-king-tide.md) - **Published:** 2017-11-09 - **Time:** 1:19:13–1:25:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/980-king-tide/chapter/chris-hurst-election-and-alison-parker-shooting.md Former news anchor Chris Hurst won a seat in the Virginia House of Delegates, running on a platform inspired by the on-air shooting of his girlfriend, Alison Parker. The hosts revisit the 2015 shooting, questioning the "official story" and Hurst's public presentation of his relationship. They examine Hurst's transition from grieving storyteller to politician. Keywords: [chris hurst](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-hurst.md), [alison parker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alison-parker.md), [virginia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/virginia.md), house of delegates, [gun violence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gun-violence.md) ### Chuck Todd, Abolishing the Electoral College - **Episode:** [886: Exodus of Misery](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/886-exodus-of-misery.md) - **Published:** 2016-12-15 - **Time:** 1:28:55–1:32:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/886-exodus-of-misery/chapter/chuck-todd-abolishing-the-electoral-college.md Chuck Todd of NBC News argues for abolishing the Electoral College in favor of a popular vote or a delegate system, claiming the founders did not foresee the impact of social media. The hosts counter that the Electoral College is working exactly as intended by preventing high-population states like California from dominating the entire presidential process. Keywords: [chuck todd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chuck-todd.md), [electoral college](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electoral-college.md), [popular vote](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/popular-vote.md), [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [delegates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/delegates.md), [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md) ### DemExit Movement, Credential Issues, DNC Seat Fillers - **Episode:** [847: Clean Food](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/847-clean-food.md) - **Published:** 2016-07-31 - **Time:** 46:21–48:00 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/847-clean-food/chapter/demexit-movement-credential-issues-dnc-seat-fillers.md The "DemExit" movement, inspired by Brexit, involves Bernie Sanders supporters vowing to leave the Democratic Party. Democracy Now! reported on delegates who were denied credentials or had them revoked during the convention. Claims are made that seats were blocked off for paid actors to ensure a supportive-looking crowd for Hillary Clinton. Keywords: demexit, [democracy now](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy-now.md), [bernie sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), [delegates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/delegates.md), [credentials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/credentials.md) ### Nevada Democratic Convention Unrest, Bernie Sanders Supporters - **Episode:** [826: Ten Times](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/826-ten-times.md) - **Published:** 2016-05-19 - **Time:** 15:07–19:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/826-ten-times/chapter/nevada-democratic-convention-unrest-bernie-sanders-supporters.md Chaos erupted at the Nevada Democratic Convention as Bernie Sanders supporters protested perceived rule changes and the denial of delegate status for 64 individuals. State Party Chair Roberta Lange reported receiving death threats after the proceedings were abruptly adjourned. While party leaders express concern over potential violence at the upcoming national convention in Philadelphia, Sanders has denounced violence while maintaining that the process was rigged. Keywords: [bernie sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), roberta lange, nevada democratic convention, delegate dispute, [democratic party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democratic-party.md) ### Democrats Abroad Convention, Bernie Sanders Support in Berlin - **Episode:** [825: F4K3 80085](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/825-f4k3-80085.md) - **Published:** 2016-05-15 - **Time:** 35:28–38:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/825-f4k3-80085/chapter/democrats-abroad-convention-bernie-sanders-support-in-berlin.md The Democrats Abroad global convention held in Berlin resulted in a significant victory for Bernie Sanders, who secured nine of the eleven available delegates. American expats living in Europe expressed strong support for Sanders' "democratic socialist" policies, which they find more aligned with European social systems. Despite Sanders' success abroad, many attendees acknowledged that Hillary Clinton remains the likely nominee. Keywords: democrats abroad, [berlin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/berlin.md), [bernie sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), [delegates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/delegates.md), [expats](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/expats.md) ### White Nationalist Delegate Controversy and Southern Poverty Law Center - **Episode:** [824: Clinton Cash](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/824-clinton-cash.md) - **Published:** 2016-05-13 - **Time:** 1:32:07–1:43:04 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/824-clinton-cash/chapter/white-nationalist-delegate-controversy-and-southern-poverty-law-center.md The Trump campaign removed William Johnson, a leader of the American Freedom Party, from its California delegate list following a Mother Jones investigation. The discussion analyzes the Southern Poverty Law Center's characterization of Johnson's group and the media's focus on white nationalist support for Trump. Johnson's public calls for a "white ethnostate" and his robocall campaigns are reviewed. Keywords: william johnson, american freedom party, [southern poverty law center](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/southern-poverty-law-center.md), [delegates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/delegates.md), [white nationalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-nationalism.md), [mother jones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mother-jones.md) ### Republican Nomination Process, Tom Ridge and Cleveland - **Episode:** [818: Document 17](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/818-document-17.md) - **Published:** 2016-04-21 - **Time:** 9:20–12:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/818-document-17/chapter/republican-nomination-process-tom-ridge-and-cleveland.md Former Homeland Security Secretary Tom Ridge explains that the Republican primary process is governed by party rules rather than federal laws. The discussion highlights how delegates can become unbound after the first ballot, leading to claims that the nomination process is a "game" or "charade" rather than a traditional election. Keywords: [tom ridge](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-ridge.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [delegates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/delegates.md), [republican primary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/republican-primary.md), [cleveland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cleveland.md) ### Ben Carson on Political Parties and Jim Crow - **Episode:** [817: Sellout Politics](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/817-sellout-politics.md) - **Published:** 2016-04-19 - **Time:** 49:24–53:04 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/817-sellout-politics/chapter/ben-carson-on-political-parties-and-jim-crow.md Ben Carson defends Donald Trump's complaints about the Republican delegate system, comparing arbitrary party rules to the Jim Crow era. He argues that political parties are private clubs that disenfranchise voters through complex regulations. The hosts analyze the RNC's response, led by Reince Priebus, which maintains that the rules were clearly established and available to all candidates. Keywords: [ben carson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-carson.md), [rnc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rnc.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), delegate system, [jim crow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jim-crow.md), [reince priebus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reince-priebus.md) ### Paul Manafort, Trump Campaign Strategy - **Episode:** [815: Political Perp Walk](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/815-political-perp-walk.md) - **Published:** 2016-04-10 - **Time:** 2:08:59–2:12:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/815-political-perp-walk/chapter/paul-manafort-trump-campaign-strategy.md Donald Trump's new campaign chief, Paul Manafort, asserts that Trump will secure the 1,237 delegates needed to win the nomination before the July convention. The discussion compares the current race to the 1976 contested convention between Gerald Ford and Ronald Reagan. Manafort's background and aggressive communication style are scrutinized as the campaign shifts toward a delegate-focused strategy. Keywords: [paul manafort](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paul-manafort.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), gop convention, [delegates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/delegates.md), [ronald reagan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ronald-reagan.md) ### GOP Establishment, Donald Trump Nomination Rules - **Episode:** [808: Happy Countries](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/808-happy-countries.md) - **Published:** 2016-03-17 - **Time:** 22:54–27:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/808-happy-countries/chapter/gop-establishment-donald-trump-nomination-rules.md Republican Party insiders are discussing the use of arcane convention rules to deny Donald Trump the nomination even if he holds a plurality of delegates. Party officials have stated publicly that political parties, rather than the general public, ultimately choose their nominees through a representative process. This stance has led to accusations that the primary system is a marketing facade rather than a purely democratic selection. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [gop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gop.md), [republican party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/republican-party.md), [delegates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/delegates.md), contested convention ### Iowa Republican Caucus Delegate Math and Rounding Rules - **Episode:** [796: Bomb Denmark](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/796-bomb-denmark.md) - **Published:** 2016-02-05 - **Time:** 17:25–19:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/796-bomb-denmark/chapter/iowa-republican-caucus-delegate-math-and-rounding-rules.md An analysis of the Iowa Republican Party bylaws suggests that the delegate allocation between Ted Cruz and Donald Trump might technically be a tie. Due to proportional rounding rules, Cruz's 28% and Trump's 24% could both result in seven delegates each. 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