Firearms

Defensive Gun Use: Why American Gun Ownership Empowers Responsible Citizens

Elderly woman cowers in hallway from home intruder.

In the United States, the right to bear arms is more than just a constitutional guarantee—it’s a fundamental principle that empowers responsible citizens to protect themselves, their families, and their communities. Defensive gun use (DGU) is a powerful testament to the value of firearms in the hands of law-abiding Americans. …

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A Closer Look at U.S. School Shootings and Youth Violence in Australia

Are U.S. school shootings really mass attacks on young children, or is the data being misrepresented? This article breaks down the facts behind school-related shootings, highlighting how many involve older teens, gang disputes, or parking lot incidents. Plus, a look at rising youth violence in Australia and why population differences matter.

Discussions surrounding gun violence in the United States are often emotionally charged, with international commentators like Gurridyula, an Australian social commentator, using school shootings as a central argument in their criticism of American gun culture. However, a closer examination of the data reveals a more nuanced reality: many of these …

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