The programs, policies, and people driving positive change in America’s gun violence problem.
Looking back at the stories we told, and which stuck with us, during an eventful year.
The role of the gun industry in America’s gun violence epidemic.
The National Rifle Association is one of the most powerful special interest groups in America. We’re investigating how it spends its money.
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Investigation
Commentary
Separate studies have found that unarmed bystanders are better at stopping active shooters than would-be heroes with guns — and that firearms provide no advantage in everyday self-defense.
Mass shootings, public misperceptions, and what the research really says.
The research provides the latest evidence debunking the myth of defensive gun use.
The importance of per capita data to concealed carry analysis.
Permit-to-purchase systems are backed by strong data. Is congressional legislation that would take the idea national the proposal more people should be debating?
Data shows that states with the top rates of gun possession have nearly three times the rate of gun murders compared to states with the fewest guns.
Armed With Reason
Debunking the myths about gun-free zones.
