Here’s why Shy Trumpster may have an effect on the polls even though the Bradley Effect didn’t work for Obama. If you’re talking to a black person on the phone, you might be more shy to say you’re against Obama. But doubtful for anyone else. And obviously the chance an obvious black voice was polling was slim.
But with Trump, you might be shy to say you support him if a WOMAN is polling you. Women are probably the majority of the people doing the polls.
All true, but I think a lot of voters are playing it safe across the board by not telling any stranger, or acquaintance, or even family member that they are planning to vote “incorrectly.” They make an exception only when they are flat-out sure that they are speaking to someone who is also pro-Trump. It’s shyness on steroids this time.