Political Behavior Vocabulary

noun A person who votes based on economic issues or their personal financial situation

• The candidate's economic policies are designed to appeal to the pocketbook voter.
• The candidate is trying to win over the pocketbook voter by promising tax cuts.
• If you want to win the election, you have to connect with the pocketbook voter.
• The pocketbook voter is looking for a candidate who will put money back in their wallet.

noun Voting is the act of expressing one's preference in an election or decision-making process.

• Pocketbook voting refers to the practice of voters choosing candidates based on their economic policies.
• Many people engage in pocketbook voting by voting for candidates who promise to lower taxes.
• Some folks just do pocketbook voting and pick the candidate who says they'll make things cheaper.
• In a way, pocketbook voting is like voting with your wallet, choosing candidates who align with your financial interests.