Australian democracy is not dead, but needs help to ensure its survival
- Written by Mark Evans, Deputy Vice-chancellor Research, Charles Sturt University
Democracies worldwide are suffering from legitimacy problems. This is reflected in low levels of public trust in key political institutions, the polarisation of politics, and the erosion of public confidence in the capacity of governments to address societal concerns.
According to the 2024 Edelman Trust Barometer, only 50% of people worldwide trust...
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