Gun Control advocates stumped… background checks worked 300,000 times in 2020…

Published on June 23, 2021
Duration: 6:33

This video analyzes FBI data indicating that the existing background check system blocked a record 300,000 prohibited gun sales in 2020. The speaker argues this data contradicts gun control advocates' claims that background checks are ineffective, highlighting that the rate of denials also increased. The analysis critiques the framing of this success by groups like Everytown for Gun Safety, suggesting they use the data to push for new legislation rather than acknowledging the current system's effectiveness.

Quick Summary

FBI data shows the US background check system blocked over 300,000 prohibited gun sales in 2020, a record high. Approximately 42% of these denials were due to felony convictions. The rate of prohibited individuals being stopped also increased, prompting criticism from gun control advocates who use the data to push for new legislation rather than acknowledge the current system's success.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction
  2. 00:39Second Amendment Rights
  3. 00:58Article Overview
  4. 01:39Record High Background Checks
  5. 02:20Everytown for Gun Safety Data
  6. 02:34FBI Numbers & Denials
  7. 03:01Record Gun Sales Context
  8. 03:35Everytown's Interpretation
  9. 04:06Critique of Legislation Argument
  10. 05:01System Working Overtime Narrative
  11. 05:53Conclusion & Fight for Rights

Frequently Asked Questions

How many gun sales did background checks block in 2020?

In 2020, the existing US background check system blocked a record high of over 300,000 gun sales that were deemed prohibited. This number represents a significant increase and highlights the system's role in preventing certain individuals from acquiring firearms.

What were the primary reasons for denied gun sales in 2020?

According to FBI data analyzed in the video, approximately 42% of the denied gun sales in 2020 were due to the prospective buyers having felony convictions on their records. Other prohibitors also contributed to the denials.

How do gun control groups like Everytown for Gun Safety interpret the increase in blocked gun sales?

Groups like Everytown for Gun Safety use the record number of blocked gun sales to argue for the necessity of new legislation, such as HR 8 and HR 1446. The speaker criticizes this approach, suggesting they are downplaying the effectiveness of the current system to push for further regulations.

Did the rate of prohibited individuals being stopped from buying guns increase in 2020?

Yes, the rate of barred would-be gun buyers increased somewhat in 2020, rising from 0.6% to 0.8% compared to previous years. This indicates that the background check system not only processed more sales but also became more effective at identifying prohibited individuals.

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