The problem isn't the lack of trust in authority and institutions. It's the lack of trust of or care for community, which is the ultimate wellspring of authenti

The problem isn't the lack of trust in authority and institutions. It's the lack of trust of or care for community, which is the ultimate wellspring of authentic institutions. Institutions and authority figures come and go, often deservedly. But a people without a care for their community and its well-being will be in no position to put new and better institutions in their place, or to have a quality life generally.