Shortcomings in mental health treatment, weak laws and a reluctance to threaten personal liberties can derail even concerted attempts to thwart mass shootings.
Tag: Lewiston (Me)
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Biden to Visit Maine After Lewiston Mass Shooting
The deadliest mass shooting of the year will present the president with the familiar ritual of comforting grieving families. He will likely also press his case for gun control.
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After Mass Shooting in Maine, No Clarity on Whether Gun Laws Will Change
A state ban on assault weapons? Expanded concealed-carry restrictions? Tighter mental health laws? As Maine grieves, it weighs a roiling debate over gun laws.
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Lewiston, Finally, Gathers to Grieve
Residents in and around the city, no longer under lockdowns, spent the weekend coming together to mourn, share meals and prepare to bury their dead.