Americans largely OK with airport security
Poll finds a majority of Americans say new measures are worth it
Traveling by plane over the holidays and worried about an invasion of privacy due to the use of full-body screening or pat-downs? If so, you’re in the minority.
According to a recent Gallup poll, 71 percent of respondents say the security measures are worth it to prevent acts of terrorism. Those who participated in the survey have flown at least twice in the past year.
Another question asking travelers whether the methods “bothered” them revealed slightly nuanced responses:
<style type="text/css"> </style>More Local Stories » Sifter
Don’t pay too much to play
Check out some toys that won’t break the bank this season of giving.
Published on 11.25.10
Hunger and homelessness in our midst
There’s more than you might think in Butte County.
Published on 11.18.10
Text much?
Study finds hyper-texting and –networking linked to risky behaviors.
Published on 11.11.10
Divided we stand
Survey finds Americans increasingly care which political party has control of Congress.
Published on 11.04.10
