Action Quote by Dick Morris
“Fom the out set, the War on Terror was sharply different from other U.S. military actions in the strong support it received from American women. Normally, men back military action by 10 to 20 points more than women do. But, after 9/11, women felt more endangered by terror and backed action against the Taliban and Osama bin Laden as strongly as men did.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Post‑9/11 commentary by Dick Morris, 2002
After 9/11, American women’s fear of terrorism matched men’s, leading to unusually strong support for the War on Terror.
In simple terms: Women’s fear made them back the war as much as men.
Key Takeaway
Recognize how crises can shift public opinion across gender lines.
Themes
public opinion
gender dynamics
terrorism
policy support
Mood
anxious
determined
Type
political
sociological
When to use this quote
- election cycles
- policy debates
- public rallies
- media coverage
Key Concepts
risk perception
political mobilization
media influence
Questions to Reflect On
- How do gendered fear responses shape policy?
- Can such consensus survive after the crisis?
A Different Perspective
Support may wane once the immediate threat fades, reducing long‑term consensus.
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