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Good News on Guns and Criminal Justice Reform

The Trump Administration bans bump-fire stocks. The Senate votes for criminal justice reform.

Nick OttensNick OttensDecember 19, 2018January 16, 2023

Le Pen Unveils New Name, Trump Toes NRA Line

Marine Le Pen rebrands her far-right party. Donald Trump fears the gun lobby after all.

Nick OttensNick OttensMarch 12, 2018November 27, 2021
United States Capitol Washington

America’s Inexplicable Failure to Stop Gun Violence

We know the problem. We know the solutions. Why will nothing change?

Nick OttensNick OttensFebruary 15, 2018June 2, 2022

Dallas Police Chief States the Obvious About Open Carry

When everybody has guns, it’s hard for the police to tell the good guys from the bad.

Nick OttensNick OttensJuly 12, 2016January 2, 2020

Looking for Solutions After the Orlando Shooting

Some will argue now is not the time for politics. But what’s the point if we don’t stop this from happening again?

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 13, 2016January 16, 2023

The Geopolitical Argument Against Gun Ownership

Nobody should pretend guns make America more secure. That’s far beyond the power of a few weapons.

Ryan BohlRyan BohlSeptember 4, 2015November 28, 2021

Banning Symbols Won’t Ban Hate

Removing the Confederate flags from the Southern United States wouldn’t end racism or violence.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 21, 2015November 25, 2018

Violence is Not Part of American Democracy

Political violence is not a price Americans have to pay for their freedom.

Nick OttensNick OttensJanuary 13, 2011April 20, 2022

Supreme Court Upholds Right to Bear Arms

Gun rights advocates welcome the Supreme Court’s affirmation of their right to bear arms.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 28, 2010October 24, 2021

Bloomberg’s Call for Repeal of Tiahrt

Is the mayor of New York going after a law designed to protect the lives of policemen and their families?

Avatar photoJason ClarkDecember 1, 2009January 4, 2020

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