After Tucson: Stricter Gun Laws Aren't the Answer
Dan Bal, a self-described liberal Democrat and gun owner, argues that stricter gun laws are not the answer to reducing gun violence. He contends that focusing on gun control alienates a significant portion of the electorate and hinders progress on other important issues. Bal highlights that violent crime has dropped significantly over the past 20 years, a period during which gun ownership has increased and gun laws have generally loosened. He advocates for a more nuanced approach, suggesting that focusing on mental health and drug abuse might be more effective than broad gun control measures.










