2001-11-07-皮尤-Worries_About_Terrorism_Subside_in_Mid-America_6页_123kb

Pew Research Center's November 2001 survey found that public concerns about terrorism in the U.S. had significantly decreased since mid-October 2001, especially among Americans away from major coastal cities. This decline was not linked to increased confidence in government efforts against terrorism. A noticeable geographic divide emerged, with coastal urban residents expressing higher worry levels (50% concerned) compared to Americans in rural or smaller-town areas (38% concerned).

Although concerns decreased, public confidence in the government's and military's ability to combat terrorism saw a notable drop. Opinions on anti-terrorism and military efforts were less favorable this month, with ratings falling from mid-October. These lower evaluations were particularly pronounced among older individuals and women, and in the heartland areas, where government evaluations had previously been slightly higher.

The gender gap in terrorism concerns widened. Almost half of women (49%) were worried, compared to 30% of men. Minorities also expressed more concern than did whites. Public feelings of depression due to terrorist attacks decreased steadily since mid-September, from 71%, stabilizing at 24% in mid-November.

For context, the poll's results indicate willingness to support government efforts, though enthusiasm and voting preferences among those surveyed remained steady before the crucial Congressional elections.