I wonder how much endorsements (by other politicians) are worth?

[Merryland]

Do people really vote based on those endorsements? It probably has been studied by some political scientist...

[kcjohn1]

1. IMO only low info vote

I doubt anyone who is on political blog is going to be influenced by who someone else endorses. Typically its low info voter who doesn't pay attention to policy or politics, but at the same time feels sense of duty in voting, so they look to others in terms of who to vote for.

Majority of these voters are 65+. This is why the overwhelming endorsements have not hurt Bernie. His message is really geared towards those who have stake in the future of this country and are open to revolution vs the status quo.

[earthshine]

2. What's more scary is that the superdelegates include many high-powered lobbyists!

Endorsements may or may not mean something. But, apparently, people whom we did not elect have great sway in these primaries.

http://www.democraticunderground.com/1017331184

[Tierra_y_Libertad]

3. They count for a lot....if you can't think for yourself.

But, considering the high esteem in which most politicians are held and their notoriety for honesty, I'd say that their impact is minimal. Particularly, among people who do think for themselves.

[frylock]

4. I look at endorsements for positions like judges or school boards.

That's about it.