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April 23, 2019

2177 US adults surveyed

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In the wake of terrorist attacks in Sri Lanka on Sunday, the country’s government blocked access to several social media networks out of fear that misinformation about the attacks would spread and provoke violence. This left some people with no way to communicate with their family and friends. In your view, which of these two is more important after a terrorist attack?

Conducted April 23, 2019

YouGov surveyed 2177 US adults

37%
46%
17%
In the wake of terrorist attacks in Sri Lanka on Sunday, the country’s government blocked access to several social media networks out of fear that misinformation about the attacks would spread and provoke violence. This left some people with no way to communicate with their family and friends. In your view, which of these two is more important after a terrorist attack?

Conducted April 23, 2019

YouGov surveyed 2177 US adults

By:
37%
46%
17%

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