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A different interpretation has to do with trust.

https://www.economist.com/europe/2020/05...a-pandemic

Less obviously, these harsh lockdowns reflect widespread distrust. Even fewer French and Spanish than Italians think most people can be trusted: about 20%, similar to Poland. Some 25-30% trust the government, half as many as in Sweden. Some approve of tough rules because they mistrust fellow citizens. As a news kiosk owner in Madrid put it: “It’s a necessary evil. People here are all kisses and hugs, they eat paella from the same spoon.”

A somewhat counterintuitive thought is that left-wing support for masks and shelter in place is due to lack of trust in government and their fellow citizens.  I don't think that is true, but it is probably worth examining these positions through a variety of lenses.

BC

[BostonCard]

A different interpretation has to do with trust.

https://www.economist.com/europe/2020/05...a-pandemic

Less obviously, these harsh lockdowns reflect widespread distrust. Even fewer French and Spanish than Italians think most people can be trusted: about 20%, similar to Poland. Some 25-30% trust the government, half as many as in Sweden. Some approve of tough rules because they mistrust fellow citizens. As a news kiosk owner in Madrid put it: “It’s a necessary evil. People here are all kisses and hugs, they eat paella from the same spoon.”

A somewhat counterintuitive thought is that left-wing support for masks and shelter in place is due to lack of trust in government and their fellow citizens.  I don't think that is true, but it is probably worth examining these positions through a variety of lenses.

BC