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Nero-Moments: How Collapse of Social Trust Leads to State Breakdown

by Peter Turchin

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Jun 11, 2024

Public trust in the US federal government has plummeted this decline threatens social stability, as mutual trust and cooperation are crucial for societal cohesion. Historical examples, like Nero's fall, illustrate how the collapse of support networks can lead to state disintegration. Understanding the sociological and psychological factors behind such collapses is essential for predicting and preventing similar outcomes today.

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