Why do american's think terrorism is so bad?

Question

Some list terrorism as the #1 threat to them. Is it our media that makes them think terrorism is the worst threat facing them? Is it politicians that benefit from the fear of terrorism and global warming that use it to get votes as they tax you for safety and freedom from this overexagerated boogeyman?

Answer 1

I think it's just peachy don't you?

Answer 2

Overexerted bogeyman?
Almost three thousand innocent people murdered in one single day - just exactly what would it take to get your priorities in order?
Terrorism is real, the threats are real and their resolve can't get any stronger than their willingness to die in order to kill as many infidels as possible. And now you can add a demented dictator who supports these dirt bags and is presently pursuing his nuclear program "as an alternative energy source."
It is a serious concern that is presently being addressed in Iraq and elsewhere. It certainly isn't the politicians or media that's hyping this concern - the democrats got elected on a cut and run agenda and the media can't seem to print anything about Iraq except our failures.
There are, of course, people who will benefit from the war on terrorism - hell, there are people who will benefit from disasters and other major events that cause death and misery.
All in all, I have personally not been affected too much by the war, but I support America's effects in standing firm against these radical extremists.

Answer 3

Americans have a tendency to be more afraid of external threats, probably because they don't have many. I have to say I noticed that a year after 9/11, Americans all over the country were still afraid to fly, whereas the day after 7/7, the number of Londoners using public transportation was the same as the day before the attack.

This is really the only explanation I can think of. People in e.g. the UK and Israel are so used to being attacked by terrorists they have become defiant - adopted a "screw you - you're not going to make me change my routine or jump at my own shadow!" attitude. (The younger generation in London will remind you that the city was under weekly attack by the IRA during the 80s and 90s; the older generation will remind you how brave and resolute they were during the Blitz).

It's the same kind of syndrome as fear of violent crime. One could say that most New Yorkers are "street smart" and though vigilant, not actually afraid of criminals and don't let those criminals dominate their every thought. Whereas someone from the rural Midwest in the big city would be more afraid because they're not as used to street crime - it's a foreign concept to them.

It is equally interesting to note that Americans who do not live in areas at particular risk of terrorist attack are more afraid of terrorism than those who live in New York, LA and DC.

PS: Everybody with a brain thinks that terrorism is worse than bad. It is indescribably awful.

Answer 4

I can't imagine any American being okay with terrorism. Yes, I can see your logic in stating the "fear factor" that politicians can use whenever they want. In fact, I'll be so bold as to state that if 9/11 wouldn't have happened, we wouldn't be in Iraq right now. I've always seen our involvement in Iraq as a "fear play" by the Bush administration. Americans were vulnerable after 9/11, and bought into the fear that Saddam had WMD's. However, I do think it's important to keep terrorism in mind, and keep looking for ways to prevent it; because, sadly enough, the next attack, big or small, could happen at any moment.

Answer 5

it isnt overexagerated. millions of ppl every year die from terrorism around the world ( even in countries that dont affect us at all) it causes death for innocent people. no matter what you are going to get taxed ( which is never more then 10% what you make in an entire year) deal with it. its a free country and you will always get taxed. how else do you think you can run things? if you have a problem with it and protection/freedom then go live in the middle east or russia where its not always the case

Answer 6

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Answer 7

You should remember the Wright Bros and how they were ridiculed and told the airplane would never work. You should be a little more aware of the world situation. It is not anything that makes me think terrorism is a threat to our nation but WHAT I KNOW.

Answer 8

So you think the media reporting that terrorist strapping on bombs and blowing up innocent civilians, or car bombs blowing up a market, or beheading, or planes flying into buildings is just a way to get us to pay more taxes? I'm the first person to attack the media, but I think they are right on target with this subject. Terrorist are really bad people.

Answer 9

OMFG! Gee, maybe because of people like you. It's horrible and completely unecessary. Terrorists are the people Americans, Democrats + Republicans, should be attacking. Not each other.

Answer 10

No, we think terrorism is bad because 3,000+ innocent US civilians died in a matter of a couple of hours on 9/11. This was caused by terrorists. That's why we think terrorists are bad. End of discussion.

Answer 11

Global warming is a hoax 9-11 wasn't