Presenter cites historical precedents for delaying endorsements until after primaries and conventions
September 26, 2026 | 2025 Confirmation Hearings Collection, Federal
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A presenter argued that in past U.S. presidential transitions endorsements typically came after a competitive process, citing 1836 and the 1988 Reagan-to-Bush transition as examples that support delaying endorsements until voters and conventions have spoken.
He noted that Ronald Reagan endorsed his successor only after the primaries and convention, allowing the nominee to present distinct themes and promises to voters rather than being framed as a clone of the outgoing president. The presenter said this pattern supports maintaining open contests in 2028 rather than pre-emptive coronations.
He noted that Ronald Reagan endorsed his successor only after the primaries and convention, allowing the nominee to present distinct themes and promises to voters rather than being framed as a clone of the outgoing president. The presenter said this pattern supports maintaining open contests in 2028 rather than pre-emptive coronations.
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