ABSTRACT
The fragmentation and stalemate of the government led to a strong decline from 1990 to 2000 in confidence in Congress, the civil service, and political parties, accompanied by increased general confidence in government and in experts making decisions. This suggests that there is increasing public concern for efficient decision making that could lead to the elimination of the “no reelection” clause and to the reconsideration of how elections are financed and the criteria for national recognition of political parties.
