Americans Mistrust Government. Is That a Bad Thing? home community icon-community Americans Mistrust Government. Is That a Bad Thing? Jan 21, 2021 Media, Democracy, & Public Discourse Ethan Zuckerman Share To icon--facebook icon--twitterEthan Zuckerman spoke to WNYC about the loss of faith in civic institutions and what history and research show are the best ways for revitalizing and reforming civic life.Listen to the interview You might also likecommunity A new book has amplified fierce debate around teens, mental health and smartphonescommunity Transgender attorney says Musk's handling of X is 'extremely concerning' community The Grim High-Tech Dystopia on the US-Mexico Border