An “armed society” may or may not be a “polite society,” but it is far from being a democratic one.
Tag: Firearms
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How Schools Have Boosted Security as Shootings Become More Common
A new survey shows increased investments in safety measures over the past five years. Yet there are more campus gun incidents than ever.
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After 6-Year-Old Is Accused in Shooting, a Murky Legal Path
The teacher who was shot was in stable condition on Saturday, the police said, but details surrounding the gun remained unknown.
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Paralyzed by Gun Violence, They Seek Solace From Other Survivors
Gunfire in America has left a growing number of people with long-term disabilities. In one city, a support group that includes people who spent time in the same trauma ward offers a way to cope.
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Frank James to Plead Guilty to Terrorism in Brooklyn Subway Attack
The suspect, who unleashed a barrage of gunfire on the subway last April, faces a possible life sentence.