Meaning of 'Dog-whistle politics'
What does the saying 'Dog-whistle politics' mean?
Idiom: Dog-whistle politics
Meaning:
When political parties have policies that will appeal to racists while not being overtly racist, they are indulging in dog-whistle politics.
Country: Australian English 
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Subject Area: Politics |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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