English Explanatory Dictionary

Bradley effect

English dictionary entry

Meanings

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  1. A theory concerning observed discrepancies between opinion polls and election outcomes, according to which some white voters who intend to vote for a white candidate may tell pollsters that they are undecided or likely to vote for a non-white candidate, for fear of being accused of racism.

Word forms

Bradley effect the Bradley effect

Etymology

Named after Los Angeles Mayor Tom Bradley, an African-American who lost the 1982 California governor's race despite being ahead in voter polls going into the elections.

Synonyms

Wilder effect
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