--- title: "Dutch trust in Journalism remains high compared to the U.S." description: "Dutch trust in journalism remains stable at 57%, far higher than in the U.S. More people verify news, media literacy is growing, and press freedom is seen as increasingly vital. Traditional news anchors remain the most trusted figures." url: "https://www.motivaction.nl/en/news/dutch-trust-in-journalism-remains-high-compared-to-the-u-s" date: "2026-11-08T18:03:48+00:00" language: "en-GB" --- # Dutch trust in Journalism remains high compared to the U.S. 17 September 2024 ### Stable trust in journalism since 2022 A recent study by Motivaction shows that **57% of Dutch citizens** trust the news, a significantly higher percentage compared to the **32% of Americans** who express similar confidence. This research, conducted for the third consecutive year, indicates that trust in journalism in the Netherlands has remained stable since 2022. ### Growing media literacy among Dutch citizens Although overall trust in journalism is relatively high, **many Dutch citizens critically assess news accuracy**—43% say they regularly verify information by consulting multiple sources, an increase from 38% in 2022. This trend suggests a growing awareness of the importance of media literacy. ### Rising importance of press freedom The study also highlights an increasing recognition of **press freedom and independent journalism** as essential for a well-functioning society. In 2024, 44% of respondents considered press freedom crucial, up from 37% in 2022. ### Traditional news anchors remain the most trusted Interestingly, while **new journalist-led talk shows** continue to emerge, traditional news anchors such as **Rob Trip and Annechien Steenhuizen** remain the most trusted figures in the Dutch media landscape. This suggests that familiarity and credibility play a key role in maintaining public trust in news sources. 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