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Fortune
Fortune
Jacob Carpenter

Can business executives help heal societal divides? The public trusts them almost as much as anyone

An illustration of business people standing in huddle circle (Credit: Malte Mueller via Getty Images)

In an increasingly polarized world, with trust in politicians and the media on the continual decline, people are increasingly looking to business leaders to mend our frayed social fabric.

It’s a responsibility that comes with great opportunities and plentiful pitfalls—and the 2023 Edelman Trust Barometer offers some advice to executives navigating the treacherous terrain. 

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