‘I Was Sold a Bill of Goods’: Americans and the Distrust Election

A survey conducted in 2025 found that 68 percent of Americans believe they receive inaccurate information from political leaders and news sources, according to data cited by researchers at the Pew Research Center. Political analysts attributed increased voter volatility in 2025 and 2026 elections partly to this widespread skepticism of institutional messaging. Election results showed voters across party lines switching support between candidates at higher rates than in previous election cycles.

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