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2024: A collision of trust, innovation, and politics The 2024 Edelman Trust Barometer reveals a new paradox at the heart of society. Rapid innovation offers the promise of a new era of prosperity, but instead risks exacerbating trust issues, leading to further societal instability and political polarization. In a year where half the global population can vote in new leaders, the acceptance of innovation is essential to the success of our society. While people agree that scientists are essential to the acceptance of innovation, many are concerned that politics has too much influence on science. This perception is contributing to the decline of trust in the institutions responsible for steering us through change and towards a more prosperous future. This is by far the most important report you read this week. #trust #futures #innovation #truth #politics #governments #media

The 2024 Edelman Trust Barometer reveals a new paradox at the heart of society. Rapid innovation offers the promise of a new era of prosperity, but instead risks exacerbating trust issues, leading to further societal instability and political polarization. In a year where half the global population can vote in new leaders, the acceptance of innovation is essential to the success of our society. While people agree that scientists are essential to the acceptance of innovation, many are concerned that politics has too much influence on science. This perception is contributing to the decline of trust in the institutions responsible for steering us through change and towards a more prosperous future. Here are the top 10 findings from the report.

The 2024 Edelman Trust Barometer highlights a new paradox in society. Rapid innovation brings the promise of prosperity but also risks worsening trust issues, potentially fueling societal instability and political divisions. Businesses are entrusted to ensure innovations are safe, comprehensible, and within reach. However, most institutions lack the trust to introduce innovations effectively. While business takes the lead, trust levels hover just below 60%. Conversely, the media is met with active distrust, and trust in institutions is notably lower among individuals with lower incomes. #TrustBarometer #Innovation #TrustInBusiness #MediaTrust #SocietalInstability #PoliticalPolarization

The 2024 Edelman Trust Barometer illuminates the complex landscape of trust within the global society, spotlighting a pronounced paradox at the heart of modern innovation. Rapid technological advancements, while promising a new era of prosperity, are concurrently exacerbating trust issues, resulting in societal instability and political polarisation. The data reveals that this dynamic is not limited to specific regions but is a global phenomenon, impacting societies across the developed and developing world alike. Read our blog post here: https://bit.ly/4cHiXA4 #consumertrust #businessadvice #CFCommunications

Do politicians do what makes sense? On Wednesday, October 7, I will be hosting Greg Power OBE founder of Partners Governance Practice and author of the new book “Inside the Political Mind: How Behavioral Science Can Inform Political Economy and Politics in Development.” We will discuss how social norms, cultural expectations, and immediate pressures often lead to divergences from traditional rational actor models in development interventions. This session will address how understanding politician behavior can help us address governance challenges and use behavioral science and innovative approaches to stir reforms. #Governance #BehavioralScience #PoliticalEconomy #Development #Reforms

How do we ensure research integrity throughout the phases of translation of research into policy? Particularly, how do we tackle racial and ethnic bias in this process? This plenary tackles these questions from 3 perspectives - a great insight for #ECRPnetwork Learn more here https://lnkd.in/dieJTb7C #WCRI2024 Lex Bouter Panagiotis Kavouras Maura Hiney Eleni Spyrakou

🌐 Navigating Political Changes: A Political Science Perspective I've dedicated my academic journey to understanding the complexities of governance and policy-making. In light of recent political events, I find it crucial to discuss how these changes can influence our industry and the broader socio-economic landscape. The intersection of politics and analysis is undeniable. Policies shape the environment we operate in, and as professionals, staying informed and adaptive is key. Here are a few thoughts on how we can navigate these waters: 1. Stay Informed: Keeping abreast of policy changes allows us to anticipate shifts and adapt strategies accordingly. 2. Engage in Dialogue: Constructive conversations with peers can lead to a deeper understanding and innovative solutions. 3. Advocate for Positive Change: As experts in our fields, we have the power to influence policy through advocacy and thought leadership. I welcome your insights on how political dynamics are shaping our industry. Let's connect and contribute to a dialogue that fosters growth and resilience. #PoliticalScience #PublicPolicy #IndustryImpact #ProfessionalGrowth

Just published and open access: Bouttell, M., & Freyberg-Inan, A. (2024). The ultimate political question? Realism and omnicide. Critical Review of International Social and Political Philosophy, 1–25. https://lnkd.in/eDw7tzZ5

Experts — however knowledgeable in their field — aren’t immune to being wrong. As democracies turn to specialists to solve big issues, Professor Jonathan Bendor says non-experts should still hold them accountable. In a new paper coauthored with Piotr Swistak, Bendor argues that while expertise, hierarchy, and meritocracy are critical in a #democracy, they can’t operate without appropriate oversight by everyday people. “Nonspecialists need to hold people accountable,” he says. “Otherwise, you get little groups that aren’t accountable to anybody.” Where other political scientists worry about the problem of the “uninformed voter,” Bendor recognizes that all citizens — voters and elected leaders alike — have gaps in their knowledge. “Even presidents themselves are ill-informed about the policies they’re asked to think about,” he says. Rather than lamenting the fact that amateurs will play a part in deciding how society responds to critical issues like #climatechange, Bendor acknowledges that this is an inherent feature of democracy — one that includes uninformed leaders, policymakers, and voters. “I believe that the best solution is a system that works hard to be as meritocratic as possible,” says Bendor. That doesn’t mean sacrificing crucial expertise, it means removing experts from the pedestal on which we often place them. “We must hold everyone accountable,” Bendor says. https://lnkd.in/gjyZcKQ9