Gallup Trust Surveys

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Useful background reference for AI governance researchers studying how declining institutional trust affects public receptivity to AI regulation, safety messaging, and oversight bodies.

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Summary

Gallup's long-running annual survey measuring American public confidence in major institutions including government, media, military, and technology sectors. The data tracks longitudinal trends in institutional trust, providing empirical grounding for discussions about epistemic authority and societal credibility. Relevant to AI governance discussions around public trust in technology and regulatory bodies.

Key Points

•Tracks public confidence in 16+ institutions annually, including Congress, presidency, media, medical system, and technology companies
•Shows long-term decline in trust across most institutions, with military and small business consistently rating highest
•Provides longitudinal data spanning decades, enabling trend analysis of shifting public epistemics and authority structures
•Low trust in media and government has implications for how AI safety messaging and regulation may be received by the public
•Data is freely accessible and frequently cited in governance, policy, and social science research

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