What is another word for sympathy vote?
Pronunciation: [sˈɪmpəθi vˈə͡ʊt] (IPA) 
The term "sympathy vote" refers to a situation where people cast their votes in favor of a candidate out of sympathy rather than rational considerations. Synonyms for this term may include "pity vote" or "empathy vote". Some other similar phrases may include "charity vote", "compassion vote", or "mercy vote". These terms are often used to describe situations where a candidate may receive support due to their personal circumstances, such as illness, tragedy or other forms of adversity. These votes are often seen as emotional or reactionary, rather than based on the candidate's actual political positions or agenda.
