The phrase "allocation of delegates" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used in contexts related to political processes, organizational structures, or event planning where delegates are assigned or distributed.
Example: "The allocation of delegates for the upcoming conference will be based on the number of participants from each region."
Alternatives: "distribution of delegates" or "assignment of delegates."
Contrary to conventional wisdom, current projected delegate totals for frontrunner Mitt Romney are far closer to what they would have been if every state had used a winner-take-all rule for allocating delegates than if they had used proportional allocation of delegates.
So given the proportional allocation of delegates, the result probably won't affect the delegate math.
He acknowledged, however, that the allocation of delegates between the candidates is "imperfect," adding that "there is no scientific way to reach the conclusion we reached".
But with the Democratic contest now a scramble for every remaining delegate, the allocation of delegates from the two states could have a substantial impact on the nomination.
The Commission also adopted a "winner take more" allocation of delegates, that worked to the advantage of primary and caucus winners.
She also dismissed Democratic nominating rules requiring proportional allocation of delegates from primaries and caucuses, rather than the winner-take-all system used by the Republicans.
Matthew C. Stephenson, Legislative Allocation of Delegated Power: Uncertainty, Risk, and the Choice Between Agencies and Courts, 119 Harv.
They ― just like all the other delegates ― would be bound by the rules each state has set up for the allocation of convention delegates.
Senator McCain's biggest problem is his inability to shake Mr. Bush's hold on Republican loyalists, whose votes will decide the allocation of New York and California delegates.
Arguing that the entire pro cess of selecting Presidential nominees was conditioned by state laws, Governor Maddox and his fellow plaintiffs said the only reasonable criterion for allocation of convention delegates was the population.
This information reflects the state allocation of Unpledged PLEO delegates.
