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The author posited theories regarding motivations manifested within the voting behaviors of different groups, particularly focusing on what has been termed "luxury beliefs." This concept reflects an elite inclination towards social signaling, wherein voting decisions become less about the individual’s real-world impact and more about projecting a socially acceptable image. This phenomenon was especially evident among white voters, who may have harbored “white guilt,” leading them to champion candidates that fulfill social criteria rather than practical governance.