Originally Posted by
OldPhiKap
Sanders says he will remain on the ballot in the states that still have primaries and continue to gather delegates to influence the convention. So he will at least keep up the fight in some form or fashion through the convention in mid-August, less than three months from the general election.
Put another way — between now and the general election he will still be in longer than he will be out.
Didn't listen to much of Sanders' remarks, but -- these days -- those dropping out "suspend their campaign" -- which has some election law implications, I believe, involving raising money and keeping money collected. Also, as mentioned, enables candidate to remain on ballots.
Sage Grouse
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