Government transparency is widely promoted, yet its effects on political attitudes remain unclear.
📍 Research Question: Do government-sponsored transparency websites in Peru affect citizens' views of their political system?
🔍 Street Surveys in Lima: This study investigates the impact of these sites and the information they provide through street-level survey experiments.
📊 Key Findings: While overall transparency has limited effect, specific framing matters significantly. Associating government performance with credible third-party endorsement or good community well-being boosts approval ratings for national institutions, local governments, and political community support across various dimensions.
💡 Implications: These insights suggest targeted transparency initiatives could enhance democratic engagement in developing countries like Peru.
