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Can we trust each other?<\/p>\"Can

Out of every 100 respondents, one said, "that people can be trusted."\"<\/p>

Decline of 25% compared to 2019<\/p>

Trust<\/p>

is the glue that holds a society together<\/p>

Data as table<\/summary>\n \n
Can we trust each other? \u2014 Out of every 100 respondents, one said, "that people can be trusted."\"<\/caption>\n
<\/th>Trust<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n
2000<\/td>36<\/td><\/tr>\n
2002<\/td>43<\/td><\/tr>\n
2008<\/td>49<\/td><\/tr>\n
2011<\/td>53<\/td><\/tr>\n
2014<\/td>56<\/td><\/tr>\n
2016<\/td>58<\/td><\/tr>\n
2019<\/td>60<\/td><\/tr>\n
2022<\/td>45<\/td><\/tr>\n <\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/details>
Download chart:<\/span>PNG<\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n

Result<\/strong><\/p>\n

For the first time in over 20 years, German citizens' trust in each other has declined significantly. Whereas before the outbreak of the pandemic, three out of five Germans were still convinced that they could trust their fellow citizens, less than half of them now share this view. Agreement is particularly low among middle-aged people, with only around one in three of them agreeing with this statement.<\/p>\n

Reasons<\/strong><\/p>\n

Worries and doubts - the current situation, the pandemic and our supposedly uncertain future have led to increasing mistrust. The growing suspicion is no longer limited to institutions such as political parties, companies, the media or churches, but has also spread to the general public. Many citizens are afraid of being taken advantage of or exploited. In addition to a lack of trust in others, a lack of self-confidence also plays a major role - a phenomenon that is particularly prevalent among the younger generation.<\/p>\n

Forecast<\/strong><\/p>\n

Trust is the glue that holds a society together. In future, the focus should, indeed must, be more on common ground (e.g. shared values) and not on the few points where opinions differ. Possible approaches to building trust include open-minded communication and time, as trust cannot be imposed but can only grow. There must also be a willingness at all levels to discuss issues openly and honestly. Different opinions are part and parcel of a vibrant society. These must be accepted and tolerated, otherwise there is a risk of society becoming increasingly divided.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

For the first time in over 20 years, German citizens' trust in each other has declined significantly. Whereas before the outbreak of the pandemic, three out of five Germans were still convinced that they could trust their fellow citizens, less than half of them now share this view. 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