Crime is down, perception of crime is up

[dsrtao]

The Globe says that across the USA, severe crimes are falling to levels not seen since the 1960s, while people surveyed believe that crime is worse than ever.

http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/ideas/articles/2010/02/14/imaginary_fiends/

Comments

[metahacker.livejournal.com]

So you're saying perception of crime is up? Oh no! I need someone to tell me what to do so my chillins will be safe!

[msmemory.livejournal.com]

It's all Teh Intarwebz fault. If we didn't hear about every single mugging, car wreck, or house fire, we wouldn't think them as prevalent.

[dsrtao]

If it bleeds, it ledes.

[metageek.livejournal.com]

No, no—so the perception of your chillins will be safe.