Public approval rating

Definition

Public approval rating measures the level of public support or satisfaction with a political leader or government's performance. It is often determined through opinion polls and surveys to gauge the electorate's sentiment towards their leadership.

Related terms

Opinion Polls: Surveys conducted to collect public opinion on various issues, including the performance of political leaders.

Electoral Mandate: The authority granted by the electorate to a party or candidate that wins an election, seen as an endorsement of their policy proposals.

Political Legitimacy:

The recognition and acceptance by the governed that the authority wielded by those who govern is exercised rightfully and within the bounds of law