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Shot and Forgotten
The Senate plan would put the cost of treatment out of reach for thousands of people who have suffered firearm injuries.
Law
The gun lobby group just recently began to score lawmakers' judicial votes, but the impact has been immediate.
Politics
As Democrats press their advantage on the issue, the GOP seeks a politically viable position.
Background Checks
For leaders of the Republican party and the NRA, there’s no clear way to advocate for no compromises on homeland security and the Second Amendment at the same time.
