EPISODE · Apr 7, 2026 · 9 MIN
Why Trust in Institutions Is Declining
from Vote and Voice · host Connor
In Episode 2 of Season 2 of Vote and Voice, we explore why public trust in major institutions such as governments, political parties, and more has been declining across democracies worldwide.From political polarization and economic inequality to scandals, digital misinformation, and global crises, we examine the social, economic, and political forces shaping this trend. Using examples from the U.S., Europe, and beyond, this episode explains why citizens are increasingly skeptical of the institutions meant to serve them and what that means for the future of democracy.
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In Episode 2 of Season 2 of Vote and Voice, we explore why public trust in major institutions such as governments, political parties, and more has been declining across democracies worldwide.From political polarization and economic inequality to scandals, digital misinformation, and global crises, we examine the social, economic, and political forces shaping this trend. Using examples from the U.S., Europe, and beyond, this episode explains why citizens are increasingly skeptical of the institutions meant to serve them and what that means for the future of democracy.
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