New research highlights how citizens' belief that their system is rigged or that public officials are driven by private gain is actively fueling political polarization and a deep-seated cynicism about government. This isn't just about headlines; it's about the very foundations of public life. When people perceive widespread corruption, their confidence in government institutions plummets. They begin to feel the system i, including lower voter turnout. And a government with a disengaged electorate is, by definition, less representative of its people.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.

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