Global Macro Update
The End of Trust
Jul 26, 2024
Martin Gurri, a former CIA analyst and author of The Revolt of the Public, reveals how 2001 marked a watershed moment in information generation. He discusses how information overload has fueled skepticism towards institutions, creating a crisis of trust and competing realities. Gurri explores the rise of populism and its cultural roots, analyzing political polarization in the U.S. under Trump and the effects of digital communication. He also reflects on the challenge of democracy versus authoritarianism, using Cuba as a case study for governance failures.
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- The overwhelming surge of information has led to widespread distrust in elites and institutions, igniting a global revolt against authority.
- Populism is emerging as a global response to citizens' feelings of disconnection and disillusionment with traditional political systems.
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The Revolt of the Public and Information Overload
The concept of a revolt against authority has emerged due to a widespread distrust of elites and traditional institutions. This shift has been fueled by an overwhelming surge of information in recent years, leading to confusion about what is real and valuable among the populace. As individuals are bombarded with vast amounts of content, they lose faith in established structures, resulting in a collective detachment from the competence of elites. The inability of institutions to adapt to this changing information landscape has created significant social and political turbulence across various countries.
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