Trust—in each other, in our institutions, and in the information we rely on—is at the core of a healthy democracy. Today, that trust is dangerously low. This research brief—by the National Civic League’s Matt Leininger— explores what trust really is, causes of recent declines, and proven strategies for increasing trust, especially at the local level.
The brief was developed as part of a national effort by $1 Billion for Trust.
