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Shifts in Public Trust: Universities and Bureaucracy
This chapter explores the evolving perceptions of universities and scientific research amidst declining public support, especially since 2016. It discusses the impacts of COVID-19 on trust in health institutions and the political dynamics affecting higher education and public services. The conversation highlights the consequences of policy decisions on local economies and critiques the simplistic solutions to complex bureaucratic issues.