Frequently Asked Questions About the Disarm Hate Act
This legislation would help ensure that individuals convicted of hate crimes do not continue to have easy access to guns.
Gun Violence Prevention Priorities for a New Congress and a New Administration
The start of a new Congress and a new administration presents a crucial opportunity to make progress in reducing gun violence.
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The Gun Industry in America
4 Reasons Not To Buy Guns in Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic
Gun Violence in America: A State-by-State Analysis
Myth vs. Fact: Debunking the Gun Lobby’s Favorite Talking Points
Assault Weapons and High-Capacity Magazines Must Be Banned
Assault weapons and high-capacity ammunition magazines are weapons of war that have no place in America’s communities and should be banned.
‘Here We Are Again’: On Gun Violence, White Nationalism, and the Scapegoating of Mental Illness
In the wake of two mass shootings in a single weekend, Daniella sits down with CAP colleagues Chelsea Parsons, vice president for Gun Violence Prevention, and Rebecca Cokley, director of the Disability Justice Initiative, to try to make sense of it all.
Combating the White-Nationalist Terrorist Threat
Six practical steps to defeat white nationalist terrorism.
How Oakland, California, Radically Reduced Violence
This week, Ed spoke with Capt. Ersie Joyner of the Oakland Police Department about the city's successful and comprehensive Ceasefire program to address gun violence and crime in the community.
The Most Important Gun Violence Prevention Agency You’ve Never Heard Of
The Bureau of the Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives plays a crucial role in enforcing federal gun laws and regulating the gun industry, yet it faces a series of roadblocks to being able to work effectively.
Guns, Lies, and Fear
The National Rifle Association uses messaging strategies employed by dictators and demagogues to advance its gun rights narrative within the United States.
Igor Volsky: Building a Future With Fewer Guns
Former Thinking CAP co-host Igor Volsky joins the pod to discuss his debut book and his vision to reduce guns and gun violence in the United States.
Efforts to Address Gun Violence Should Not Include Increased Surveillance
Instead of protecting the rights of people with mental health disabilities, lawmakers are using the growing urgency around gun violence as a pretext to expand surveillance and criminalization.
No More Thoughts. No More Prayers. It’s Time for Action on Gun Violence.
The families of gun violence victims are speaking up and telling their elected officials that the United States' gun violence epidemic has gone on for far too long.
Frequently Asked Questions About Universal Background Checks
Universal background checks are a crucial foundation for a strong system of gun safety laws that will help reduce gun violence and save lives.
Weak Gun Laws and Public Safety Concerns in the State of Missouri
Given the increasing levels of gun violence in the state, elected leaders in Missouri should reject dangerous gun laws and push for policies that reduce gun violence and protect the safety of every Missourian.
Closing Gaps in Washington’s Gun Laws Will Prevent Tragedies
Safe storage laws would make Washington schools and communities safer from gun violence.
The Risks of Unsecured Guns in Oregon
Unsecured firearms are linked to violent crime, unintentional harm to children, and youth suicide.
Stalking as a Risk Factor for Future Gun Violence
Stalking is a known risk factor for future violence, and policymakers must act to ensure convicted stalkers do not have easy access to guns.