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This 15 page paper provides an overview of the link between confidence and issues like internal and external political efficacy. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
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political leaders have led to a decrease in the level of confidence in our government. In a 2006 NORC study (the student will have to cite this material, as
it could not be located by the researcher), researchers found a systematic decline in the level of confidence that the American people had in their political leaders.
The decline in confidence with the government extends from certain political, historical and social phenomena that have impacted the process of government. In the past, governments have been viewed
as cohesive units, led by a single individual, with great support for the actions of that individual. The strength of the government and perceptions of confidence in that
government were based on the ideal of the "imperial president," a president who gained considerable support within the Legislature and who could accomplish many of his campaign goals. In
the past half century, the increasing division between the Executive and Legislative branches of government and the decline in perceived efficacy of the leaders of our country have led to
diminished confidence in our government. In understanding this issue, it is necessary to define efficacy, relate the idea of efficacy to specific leadership models (e.g. the imperial presidency)
and recognize specific examples of leaders who have contributed to the decline of confidence in government. Conceptual Definitions Perhaps one of the most significant definitions in addressing the
issue of confidence is the concept of political efficacy. Political efficacy can be divided into two conceptual points: internal and external political efficacy.
Internal political efficacy is the level at which individuals feel they can influence the political process. In order for a government to be a government
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