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Subjective Causes of Political Trust

Political Psychology
Political Sociology
Public Opinion
P450
Silke Goubin
KU Leuven

Building: Law Building, Floor: 1, Room: 112

Tuesday 13:30 - 15:15 EEST (26/08/2025)

Abstract

This panel focuses on explanations of political trust that highlight traits of the individual who does or does not trust. Hence, it emphasizes (a) explanations that emphasize the role of socialization, norms, and life events, (b) explanations that emphasize personality and emotions, (c) demographics such as gender and age.

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