How does one become a delegate to a National Political Convention?
It begins at the local level. To be a delegate to either national convention, you must first be a delegate to your party’s state convention. At the state convention, national convention delegates are elected by the state convention delegates (generally by precinct or state congressional districts). Most state’s convention delegates are selected at the local level during precinct or district meetings, although some state parties do select their delgates for conventions at the statewide-level (i.e. if you pay your state party dues, you’re elgible to register and attend the state convention). My advice would be to contact your county chairman of your preferred party. They generally have the time and the enthusiasm to explain the process versus your party’s state office.
