People are not going to rally and demand "leaders" take action on atrocities they don't even know about.
In part many people don't know because they do not read/listen to "news" sources in the media (they read/listen to entertainment and social media sources, like Twitter).
And in large part, many do not know about such atrocities and threats to our nation's survival because of what the media puts on the front page. As an example, below are all headlines on NBC News online right now.
Do you see anything about our citizens being beheaded or about chasing down ISIS to the gates of Hell?
Top Stories:
Holder: Ferguson Police Probe Fueled by 'Deep Mistrust'
MICHAEL BROWN SHOOTING
GALLERY
Groundbreaker: Joan Rivers' Life in Pictures
JOAN RIVERS' DEATH
Ebola-Infected Doctor Heading to Nebraska Medical Unit
BREAKING NEWS
U.S. Preparing New Round of Sanctions on Russia
UKRAINE CRISIS
Clinic Where Joan Rivers Was Treated Under Investigation
JOAN RIVERS' DEATH
Sharks vs. Kayakers: Attack Is a Sign of the Times
#SHARKWATCH
Pricier Burgers? What to Know About Fast Food Strikes
BUSINESS
'Family Friend' Arrested in Missing Arizona Girl Case
NEWS
Court Rules Against Gay Marriage Bans in Two States
NEWS
LATEST
White House Lawn Cleared for Suspicious Package
Disposing of Disposable Diapers: Mushrooms Might Help
Bill Clinton Heads to Florida to Stump for Crist
Team USA Finishes Undefeated in Group Play
www.nbcnews.com
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