Behind the Poll
There is no question that America has seen a decline in faith in government in recent years. A 2016 Pew Research Center poll found that only 19% of Americans said they can trust the government always or most of the time – down from 58% in 1958.
There are a number of reasons for this decline. One is the increasing partisanship of American politics. In the past, members of both parties generally worked together for the good of the country. But today, Democrats and Republicans are often at odds, making it difficult for any progress to be made.
Another reason for the decline in faith is government scandals. From Watergate to recent revelations about Russian interference in the 2016 election, there have been a number of instances where the government has not acted in the best interests of the American people.
Finally, many Americans feel that the government is not doing enough to help them. With rising income inequality and a lack of good-paying jobs, many people are struggling to get by. They see the government as being more concerned with helping the wealthy than everyday Americans.
The decline in faith in government is a problem for democracy. When people lose trust in government, they are less likely to vote or participate in civic life. This can lead to even more dysfunction and further decline.
It is clear that something needs to be done to rebuild faith in government. But it is not clear what that is. Partisanship needs to be reduced and government needs to be more transparent and accountable. But even then, it will take time to restore the American people’s faith in their government.
Biden, Trump, Obama, Hillary, and the 2024 Elections
The 2024 United States presidential election is scheduled for Tuesday, November 5, 2024. The Democratic and Republican parties will each choose a nominee at their respective national conventions in the summer of 2024.
President Joe Biden has not yet announced whether he will seek re-election in 2024. However, he has said that he intends to run if he is healthy enough to do so.
Former President Donald Trump has announced that he is running for president in 2024. Trump remains a popular figure among Republican voters, and he is the clear frontrunner for the Republican nomination.
Former President Barack Obama is not eligible to run for president again in 2024, as he has already served two terms. However, he is still a popular figure in the Democratic Party, and he could play a role in the 2024 election.
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has also ruled out running for president in 2024. Clinton lost the 2016 presidential election to Trump, and she has said that she does not intend to run for office again.
The 2024 presidential election is likely to be a close race, regardless of who the Democratic and Republican nominees are. Biden is facing low approval ratings, and Trump remains a polarizing figure. It is possible that the election could be decided by a handful of swing states.
The 2024 election will also be important for the future of the Democratic and Republican parties. Biden is facing pressure from within the Democratic Party to step aside and allow a new generation of leaders to take over. The Republican Party is also facing a generational divide, with some Republicans looking to move away from Trump and others remaining loyal to him.
The 2024 presidential election will be one of the most important elections in American history. The outcome of the election will have a significant impact on the future of the United States.
