Politics

Americans' Trust in Fellow Citizens Declining

Updated 2026-10-14 17:10 UTC 1 source Negative

A new Gallup poll shows a decline in Americans' trust in their fellow citizens, indicating growing political polarization and distrust. This trend is concerning for the future of social cohesion.

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