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I think this is largely from the persistent messaging from the news, etc. that we're not safe. Even if you completely dismiss it rationally, it's hard to keep i
by ericd 12y ago
I think this is largely from the persistent messaging from the news, etc. that we're not safe. Even if you completely dismiss it rationally, it's hard to keep it from seeping into your less rational thinking.
- natch 12y agoI think both sides are right. On the one hand, we actually are safer. But on the other hand, our tolerance to risk is way down. And one of the main reasons we are safer is because we behave more safely. By doing things like keeping children close to adults who can supervise them.