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The probability-choice perspective in voter decision making models

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The author wishes to indicate his appreciation to Professor Nancy E. McGlen for her helpful and insightful comments.

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Black, J.H. The probability-choice perspective in voter decision making models. Public Choice 35, 565–574 (1980). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00140086

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