Colbert bump

English

Proper noun

Colbert bump

(informal) A spike in a politician's popularity following an appearance with, or promotion by, comedian Stephen Colbert.

References

The Colbert Bump in Campaign Donations: More Truthful than Truthy
Jon Huntsman Vies for 'The Colbert Bump'
Cornilles seeks 'the Colbert bump'
Who benefits most from the Colbert Bump?
The Colbert Bump
Herman Cain Gets 'A Colbert Bump' In South Carolina

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