I see this as sensible pushback against Collectivism.
If I step on Bob’s foot, I will say, “Sorry, Bob. It was an accident. Nothing personal.”
But I will not apologize to some faceless Collective that somehow holds me guilty for things which I may or may not have done and for which I may or may not feel regret. I don’t know these people. Who the heck are they? An anonymous mob expects me to jump through hoops for them? I won’t do it.
Excellent point.