Ordinary People

Ordinary People examines the gun lobby’s frequent claim that gun owners—and concealed carry permit holders in particular—are the most law-abiding citizens in our country. We grant this is probably true in many cases, but argue that gun owners are human beings—subject to the same issues of stress, depression, substance abuse and mental illness; which can sometimes lead to criminal behavior and tragedy.

Showing posts with label Illegal guns. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Illegal guns. Show all posts
October 26, 2009

A Tale of Two Terrorists

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When most Americans think about gun control, they think about laws that are designed to stop street criminals from obtaining firearms. In th...
March 28, 2008

A Match Made in Hell

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This month's "Ordinary People" entry involves the unlikely duo of David Downs, a middle-class home owner from Levittown, Penns...
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