In the recent past, primaries were used both to select delegates and

allow party members to demonstrate or express their nominee preferences

Explanation:

Primary elections are known to be type of election in which members of a political party come together to choose and vote for nominees among themselves which will represent the party in the general election. Furthermore, this form of election allows members to vote for nominees of their choice. Thus, it is a preparatory action in selecting or nominating candidate for the general election.

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