Why would food rations affect peoples perception of theur government

People rely on food from the government and the government distributed it into stores where It comes to into the hands of us. Rationing is a way to make sure nothing runs out in times of need. It’s normal for people to lose trust in their government because of this. It’s scared them into thinking the worst.

from the conditions of the working class in england by friedrich engels,the main idea is :

manchester's leaders hoped to oppress its working class to benefit factory owners.