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During his second term, why did Lawrence Gonzi's popularity decrease?

  • Due to poor infrastructure

  • Because of an international scandal

  • Perceptions of arrogance

  • High unemployment rate

Answer

Perceptions of arrogance were one of the reasons why Lawrence Gonzi's popularity decreased during his second term as prime minister. Gonzi's critics accused him of being aloof and out of touch with the needs of ordinary people. They also accused him of being too authoritarian and of not listening to criticism. This perception of arrogance contributed to Gonzi's unpopularity and eventually led to his defeat in the 2013 general election.
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