Why Safety Is Important In American Culture

The first amendment of the United States Constitution guarantees the right of free expression and action which are fundamental to the democratic government. Freedom is the ability to act and speak as one wishes and safety requires the implementations of restrictions on the person’s abilities, it is impossible to be truly free and also safe. Therefore, freedom is found anywhere for Americans, but safety isn’t. Regardless of the time or place, safety is a privilege and a priority in American culture.
To initiate, American Culture values their safety as is evidenced by the judicial system. The constitution of the United States guarantees, “Freedom of speech. Freedom of religion. Freedom of the press. Freedom of assembly” (US Constitution). These freedoms, guaranteed to the American people, are a defining point of American life and culture. However, there are still limitations legally placed upon these freedoms such as: the gun laws, drug policy, and immigration laws. While valuing freedom, Americans also value their ability to stay safe which is why the constitution has these restrictions as an integral part of the document to ensure the safety of Americans- at all costs, including freedom.
Right after the attacks, a security manifesto was quickly drawn up to ensure that terrorists would never again be able to commander an airliner and turn it into a guided missile, as 19 hijackers succeeded in doing that day. And even before Congress had a chance to act- the law creating the Transportation Security Administration was passed that November. This caused airlines to strengthen security included mandating new security measures for international last- point of departure flights bound for the U.S and new domestic screening procedures for carry-on baggage at airports nationwide (PBS