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#334 - The Low-Trust Society

Making Sense with Sam Harris - Subscriber Content

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The Breakdown of Trust in American Democracy

The speakers engage in a conversation about the decline of social trust in America, discussing its consequences such as the rise of populism and the breakdown of social fabric. They also explore the surprising relationship between trust and economic success, highlighting the thriving American economy despite low social trust. The chapter examines the impact of distrust on politics, focusing on the lack of fact-based discussions and the fracturing of society, and addresses the importance of institutions and shared moral ecology in shaping ethical behavior.

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