Yes, before 1912 party candidates were chosen by party leaders, but since the Republican Party split they could not agree on one candidate. Senator Albert Cummins drafted the bill for the first presidential primary.
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Before 1912, party candidates were chosen by party leaders. The candidates for the election of 1912 was Woodrow Wilson (winner) and Theodore Roosevelt.
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The legislators of that party select the candidates. Resources:Wikepedia :)
Straight-party ticket
They formally nominate their candidates for president and vice-president and write their platform . They rely on television coverage to publicize their candidates and future candidates who make speeches to sell their party's positions. The convention also energizes the national campaign and promote organization and unity in the party. Party leaders from all over the country get to meet and become acquainted.
Party Whip(whips)