The Trust Deficit

Sam Crosby

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Published 02-05-2016
ISBN 9780522869019
Pages 224
Subjects Politics & government
Imprint MUP POD

‘A compelling and original insight into the role of trust in contemporary politics.’—Greg Combet

Trust is the most powerful weapon in the political arsenal. It can pierce an opponent's armour or deflect the most ferocious attack. It can explain difficult policies, and become a well of goodwill that politicians can draw from in their darkest hours. Yet despite its great value we are resigned to the idea that trust in politics will continue to decline.

Drawing on contemporary political stories and examples, The Trust Deficit shows us how faith in our politicians has been eroded but how it can be rebuilt.

Julia Gillard's pledge that there wouldn't be a carbon tax and Tony Abbott's promise of no cuts to health or education saw a collapse in their governments' levels of support.

By breaking trust down to its elements–reliability and competence, openness and honestywe see how recent leaders established trust and used it to their political advantage.

About The Author

Sam Crosby is the executive director of the McKell Institute and has worked in senior roles in government, business and the trade union movement. Previously, Sam served as corporate and government affairs manager for Johnson & Johnson, senior adviser and chief of staff to a number of New South Wales Cabinet ministers, and adviser to…