More voters expect Harris to win. Here’s why that could actually matter.

Expectations are a crucial part of the electoral process for multiple reasons.

Firstly, voter expectations can influence undecided voters. When people perceive a candidate as likely to win, they may be more inclined to cast their vote for that candidate, perhaps due to a desire to back the ‘winning team.’ This effect is often referred to as the “bandwagon effect”.

Secondly, high expectations for a candidate can fuel their momentum and boost the morale of their supporters. This could potentially result in more