In 2024, incumbent parties globally faced significant declines in support, regardless of their political orientation. This shift indicates widespread voter dissatisfaction, linked to changing expectations or reduced government efficacy. Notable electoral shifts were observed in countries like the UK, France, Japan, South Africa, South Korea, and India, where ruling parties lost significant ground. This phenomenon could be associated with rising populism, polarization, and post-truth narratives, creating a complex political environment where incumbents struggle to align with voters' needs and desires.
The global trend of declining support for incumbents suggests a disconnect between voters’ expectations and governments’ capacities to deliver on them.
The rise of 'three Ps'—populism, polarization, and post-truth—has complicated the political landscape, leading to widespread dissatisfaction with incumbents across different political systems.
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