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At the core of this moment is the remarkable awakening of what is called a "sleeping giant"—the collective American populace that is more united now than at any point in recent history. The widespread discontent with the political establishment, the deep distrust of institutions, and the shared perception of systematic bias have come together to forge a formidable force.
Studies across various domains reveal that the American people are more anti-war than during the Vietnam era, less racist than ever before, and fundamentally disillusioned with the current institutions—trust in government, media, law enforcement, and the judiciary have plummeted to historic lows. For example, a Gallup poll indicates an erosion of confidence in all foundational structures of governance and justice.