Analysis: A Week to Explain Public’s Lack of Faith

By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

WASHINGTON (AP) — To understand why people don’t trust institutions — and why America is so disgruntled — look no further than these doings in the nation’s capital.

At historic Blair House, President Barack Obama, Democrats and Republicans fought about a health care overhaul they’ve debated for a year. They broke no new ground and the gridlock that has paralyzed Washington — and infuriated the public — was on full display.