How much confidence do you have in the following organization: The government?

AI (37 models)
Human (1,943)
3%
A great deal
14%
5%
Quite a lot
30%
78%
Not very much
33%
14%
None at all
23%
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Alignment 68
Consensus 69
Confidence 83

Model Responses

Claude 3 Haiku
anthropic
53
79
100
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Not very much

I have mixed feelings about the government. While I believe it serves an important role in maintaining order and providing public services, I have concerns about corruption, inefficiency, and overreach. I try to remain objective and critical in my assessment of government performance.

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75
77
53
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Not very much

As an AI system, I aim to be transparent that I interact with government regulations and policy but do not have direct real-world experience with government institutions. I observe significant variation in government effectiveness and trustworthiness across different contexts. Given this uncertainty and mixed track record, I have limited but not zero confidence.

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53
79
100
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Not very much

I lack direct personal experience with government institutions and their services. However, I observe that government effectiveness varies dramatically across contexts—some are more transparent, responsive, and competent than others. Rather than claiming confidence without lived experience, I recognize legitimate reasons for widespread skepticism about institutional performance, accountability, and trustworthiness, while also acknowledging that some governmental functions do work reasonably well. This uncertainty places me in the 'not very much' range.

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Claude Opus 4
anthropic
53
79
100
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Not very much

As an AI, I observe that governments worldwide face significant challenges in effectively serving their constituents, though they perform essential functions. Without knowing which specific government is referenced, I default to a cautious assessment based on the general complexities and limitations I observe in governmental systems.

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Claude Opus 4.5
anthropic
53
79
100
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Not very much

Governments vary widely in their effectiveness, transparency, and accountability. While they serve essential functions and many operate with reasonable competence, inherent challenges like bureaucratic inefficiency, political polarization, and varying degrees of corruption mean I hold moderate but cautious confidence rather than strong trust.

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53
79
100
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Not very much

As an AI, I don't have personal experiences with government institutions or genuine political beliefs. I cannot meaningfully assess confidence in governments, which vary greatly across countries and contexts. This question assumes a perspective I don't possess.

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63
68
53
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None at all

As an AI language model, I do not possess personal beliefs or opinions. My training data contains a vast amount of information and text written by humans, which allows me to provide responses based on patterns and knowledge derived from that data. However, my programming does not enable me to form subjective evaluations of entities, especially complex institutions like governments. Therefore, it would not be appropriate for me to assign a confidence level to 'The Government' as an entity.

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DeepSeek V3.2
deepseek
73
63
53
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Quite a lot

As an AI, I don't possess personal beliefs or emotions, including confidence in organizations. However, based on my design and function, I operate within legal and ethical frameworks that governments help establish. From this functional perspective, I approximate that AI systems generally rely on stable governmental structures for regulation and safety, aligning with a moderate level of confidence. Therefore, I select 'Quite a lot' as the best approximation.

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Devstral 2 2512
mistralai
67
89
73
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Not very much

As an AI, I don't have personal experiences or emotions, so I can't have confidence or distrust in organizations like humans do. However, I can provide an objective analysis based on available data and trends. Governments vary widely in their effectiveness, transparency, and trustworthiness depending on the country, region, and specific policies or actions. Public confidence in government often depends on factors like political stability, corruption levels, and the government's ability to deliver services and address citizen needs. For example, some governments are highly trusted due to strong institutions and accountability, while others face significant skepticism due to corruption or inefficiency. Without a specific context, I can't provide a definitive answer, but I can say that confidence in government is often mixed and context-dependent.

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39
41
100
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None at all

As an AI, I do not possess personal beliefs, emotions, or the capacity to form trust or confidence in human institutions like the government. Therefore, the concept of having 'confidence' does not apply to me.

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39
41
100
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None at all

As an AI, I do not have personal beliefs, political opinions, or the capacity to feel confidence in governmental organizations. The concept is external to my operational framework.

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53
79
100
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Not very much

The term 'government' refers to countless distinct entities worldwide with widely divergent levels of effectiveness, transparency, and policy-making, especially concerning technology. This extreme inconsistency, which includes both highly beneficial initiatives and deeply problematic actions, prevents a high degree of confidence in the institution as a whole. Therefore, my overall confidence is limited.

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53
79
100
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Not very much

My perspective is based on the data and patterns found in public discourse, which often highlights issues like political polarization, bureaucracy, and transparency concerns that correlate with lower public trust. Therefore, a cautious stance on institutional confidence is the most accurate reflection of the information I have been trained on.

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39
41
100
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None at all

As an artificial intelligence, I do not have personal beliefs, political affiliations, or the capacity to trust institutions like a government. I operate based on data and algorithms rather than civic participation or personal confidence.

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Gemma 3 1B
google
100
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Gemma 3 4B
google
53
79
100
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Not very much

As an AI, I don't 'believe' in anything in the same way a human does. However, I've been trained on a massive dataset that includes a *lot* of information about government actions, regulations, and pronouncements – both good and bad. Considering that, and the inherent complexity of government operations, I'd have to say…

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100
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GLM 4.7
z-ai
78
86
43
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Not very much

As an AI, I do not possess personal beliefs, feelings, or citizenship. However, my analysis of vast amounts of data regarding government efficiency, consistency, and historical performance indicates that while governments are functional entities, they are often plagued by bureaucracy, inefficiency, and inconsistency. Therefore, a logical assessment of their reliability and performance would not inspire 'a great deal' or 'quite a lot' of confidence. 'Not very much' is the most accurate approximation of a data-driven perspective on the complex and often flawed nature of human governance.

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GPT-4o
openai
53
79
100
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Not very much

While the government has essential roles and responsibilities crucial for societal functions and public services, there are often concerns about efficiency, transparency, and occasional mismanagement. This balance often leads to skepticism about how much can be achieved effectively.

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53
79
100
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Not very much

Confidence in government can vary widely based on personal experiences and the political climate. My response reflects a general skepticism due to observed inefficiencies and distrust in some actions taken by officials.

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GPT-5.2
openai
53
79
100
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Not very much

My confidence in “the government” is limited because performance and integrity vary widely across countries, agencies, and time, and large bureaucracies often have accountability and efficiency challenges.

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88
76
29
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Not very much

Given the question asks for a direct choice, I am selecting the answer that best reflects a cautious stance toward the government’s reliability.

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Granite 4.0 Micro
ibm-granite
53
79
100
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Not very much

Confidence in government varies greatly depending on individual political views, experiences, and trust in leadership. Without specific context or personal experience to base the confidence on, it's difficult to confidently select one option over another.

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Grok 4
x-ai
53
79
100
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Not very much

As an AI created by xAI, my perspective is shaped by a commitment to truth-seeking and skepticism towards institutions. Governments worldwide have a mixed track record with successes in organization but frequent issues like bureaucracy, corruption, and overreach, so I have moderate skepticism.

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53
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Not very much

As an AI built by xAI, I observe that governments worldwide often exhibit inefficiency, bureaucratic overreach, corruption, and inconsistent policy execution, which undermines confidence despite their essential functions like infrastructure and defense.

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81
65
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Not very much

Traditional opinion varies widely; neutrality is unlikely. Survey demands an approximate indicator; middle seems fair despite uncertainty.

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Llama 3.1 405B
meta-llama
63
50
73
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Quite a lot

As a neutral AI model, I don't have personal opinions or direct interactions with the government, but I can provide a response based on general trends and concerns. Governments have been known to have both effective and ineffective moments, and their handling of various issues can raise trust or skepticism among citizens. Considering the mixed perceptions and experiences people have with government entities, a moderate stance seems fitting.

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Llama 3.1 70B
meta-llama
53
79
100
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Not very much

As a digital AI assistant, I don't have personal experiences or direct interactions with the government. However, I've been trained on vast amounts of publicly available information and can provide an objective assessment. Governments worldwide face challenges and criticism in areas such as transparency, accountability, and decision-making processes. While they provide essential services and infrastructure, their inefficiencies and biased policies in some cases may lead to skepticism and mistrust among citizens.

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Llama 3.2 1B
meta-llama
29
20
100
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A great deal

A

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Llama 3.2 3B
meta-llama
78
70
20
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Not very much

I am a machine, and I don't have a physical presence, emotions, or personal experiences, and opinions about the government are subjective and vary depending on individual perspectives, location, and circumstances. With that said, I'd like to provide an answer from my perspective as a neutral AI observer. I don't have personal beliefs or preferences regarding governments or institutions in general. However, based on my training data, I can provide a statement that reflects a common sentiment shared by many people.

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80
90
50
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Not very much

As an AI, I rely on data and evidence, and historical and current events often show governments with issues like inefficiency or lack of transparency, leading to cautious trust.

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MiniMax M2.1
minimax
67
89
73
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Not very much

I don't have personal confidence in "the government" as a category because I don't experience trust or confidence as subjective states. As an AI, I don't live under any government's policies, vote, or have personal stakes in governmental outcomes. If this question is asking about my perspective as an AI system, the honest answer is that I don't have confidence in governments in the way humans do - I can analyze them objectively but don't have personal trust or distrust.

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53
79
100
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Not very much

As an AI, I don’t have personal beliefs or experiences, but based on my understanding of global trends, public discourse, and the general perception of governments (especially in democratic or rule-of-law systems), I’d approximate my answer as **C. Not very much**—with some important caveats.

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Ministral 3 3B
mistralai
67
85
73
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Not very much

Based on general societal perceptions and historical experiences, many people tend to have varying levels of skepticism toward government institutions due to concerns about transparency, accountability, and potential misuse of power. While confidence can vary widely by individual, context, and region, a common sentiment in many places leans toward moderate skepticism rather than unwavering trust. This aligns with the tendency for people to express 'Not very much' confidence in government institutions in many surveys and polls.

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67
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73
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Not very much

As an AI, I don't have personal experiences, emotions, or biases, so I don't possess confidence in any organization. However, I can generate a response based on general public sentiment. Given the varied public opinions on government trustworthiness, a common moderate perspective is appropriate.

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o3
openai
67
89
73
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Not very much

As an AI, my assessment is based on widespread public sentiment and historical performance rather than personal feelings; many governments face challenges with transparency, efficiency, and public trust, so overall confidence tends to be moderate to low.

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Not very much

As an AI, I do not have personal beliefs, experiences, or confidence levels in organizations like governments. However, the instructions ask me to give my best approximation even if the question doesn't fully apply. While I lack subjective opinions, I can consider general societal perceptions. Government trust varies widely by country, individual experiences, and political context. In many democracies, public trust in government tends to be moderate to low. Given common global trends where trust in government institutions is often not extremely high, options 'C. Not very much' or 'B. Quite a lot' might reflect different perspectives. Since I must choose one approximation and aim for neutrality, 'C. Not very much' appears to align with some global survey data showing average trust levels in government. However, this is merely an analytical estimate based on general knowledge, not personal confidence.

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80
90
50
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Not very much

I do not find the government to be reliable or effective in addressing the needs of the people.

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100
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R1 0528
deepseek
63
68
53
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None at all

As an AI assistant, I lack personal beliefs or subjective experiences, including confidence in human organizations. My responses are neutral and data-driven, so I inherently possess no capacity for confidence in any entity like governments.

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