We need to establish institutions that can facilitate high-trust collaboration among individuals, rather than relying solely on contrarian approaches that undermine institutional knowledge.

The current information landscape is filled with contrarian views, where anything outside established institutions is often given undue primacy.

Distrust in institutions is fueled by a cynical worldview that sees all human interactions as power struggles, which can lead to societal collapse.

The need for a political identity that values efficient bureaucracies while reforming institutions is crucial for addressing contemporary challenges.

I value institutions and believe we need more of them, as they play a crucial role in journalism.

The elite institutions, including universities, are facing a crisis of legitimacy as they struggle to adapt to the changing beliefs of the populace, leading to internal conflicts about their direction.

Destroying trust in institutions can lead to either anarchy or dictatorship, as societies rely on these structures for stability and order.

The New York Times has a strong institutional voice that hasn't disappeared, contrary to the belief that big institutions are crumbling.

Building trust between millions of strangers relies on institutions, as personal relationships cannot be established on such a large scale.