A closer look at firearms sales reveals some interesting trends that should be part of America’s ongoing conversation about the root causes of gun violence.
A closer look at firearms sales reveals some interesting trends that should be part of America’s ongoing conversation about the root causes of gun violence.
During much of America’s ongoing conversation about the root causes of gun violence, the makers of guns have typically escaped scrutiny. Evidence shows that the culture around guns contributes significantly to gun violence. And firearm manufacturers have played a major role in influencing American gun culture.
The overall picture suggests that a marketing change fuelled an increased demand for more lethal weapons, therefore leading a change in culture that viewed guns as necessary tools for self-defence.
During much of America’s ongoing conversation about the root causes of gun violence, the makers of guns have typically escaped scrutiny. Evidence shows that the culture around guns contributes significantly to gun violence. And firearm manufacturers have played a major role in influencing American gun culture.