The situations listed below illustrate when voter turnout was low in the United States EXCEPT for which?

The statement regarding the scandals of the past several decades fostering a lower correlation between self-efficacy and voting highlights a more complex relationship between personal confidence in one's political efficacy and turnout rates. It suggests that these scandals might diminish trust in the political process, yet it does not directly address voter turnout statistics or specific instances of low turnout during elections. In contrast, the other options clearly refer to quantifiable events or widespread issues related to low voter participation, such as the reported turnout rate in the 1996 presidential election, challenges posed by work commitments, and general apathy towards local elections. Therefore, this option stands out as it does not directly illustrate a situation of low voter turnout, making it the exception among the choices provided.