Political efficacy is the belief that citizens can influence government decisions through their actions and participation.

Political efficacy is influenced by a variety of factors, including education level, income level, age, and other demographic characteristics.

Trust in government is a multidimensional concept that encompasses beliefs about government's competence, honesty, responsiveness, and other attributes.

Trust in government is influenced by a variety of factors, including media coverage of government, personal experiences with government, political ideology, and other factors.

The relationship between political efficacy and trust in government is complex and varies across individuals. Some people with high political efficacy may have low trust in government, while others with low political efficacy may have high trust in government.

Low political efficacy can lead to political apathy, which is a lack of interest in or engagement with politics.

Low trust in government can lead to political alienation, which is a feeling of estrangement from the political system.

Political efficacy aims to increase citizen participation in government, improve the quality of government decision-making, and promote trust between citizens and government.

Trust in government aims to increase citizen satisfaction with government, improve the legitimacy of government, and promote political stability.

Political polarization, media bias, and government corruption are all challenges to promoting political efficacy and trust.

Promoting political efficacy and trust requires a combination of efforts, including increasing civic education, promoting transparency and accountability in government, and encouraging citizen participation in government.

Political efficacy can be demonstrated through a variety of actions, including voting in an election, contacting a government official, and attending a town hall meeting.

Trust in government can be demonstrated through a variety of beliefs, including believing that the government is competent and effective, honest and ethical, and responsive to citizens' needs.

The relationship between political efficacy and trust in government is complex and varies across individuals. Some people with high political efficacy may have low trust in government, while others with low political efficacy may have high trust in government.

Low political efficacy and trust in government can lead to a variety of negative consequences, including political apathy, political cynicism, and political alienation.