Simon Jenkins on why we shouldn’t overreact to terrorist attacks

The video discusses the perceived importance of terrorism, arguing that it is not a significant threat to states like America or Britain. The real impact of terrorism is amplified by the publicity it receives, which influences public reaction. Terrorism relies on media coverage to create fear, and this is less prevalent in autocratic regimes where incidents receive less attention.

What is the speaker's perspective on the importance of terrorism?

According to the speaker, how do terrorist incidents affect people?

What does the speaker suggest about the threat of terrorism to states like America or Britain?

How does the speaker describe the relationship between terrorism and publicity?

What reasons does the speaker give for the rarity of terrorist incidents in autocratic countries?