Academics: White Gun Rights Supporters Don’t Want Blacks to Own Guns

“Much political science research has found that attitudes about racial groups influence public opinion on a wide range of topics and can inform voters’ decisions at the polls. Decades of research have also shown that the public finds it easier to extend free-speech rights to popular groups. “Our findings suggest that views of Second Amendment rights are no different. They are strongly influenced by the identity of the group … Read more

Gun Makers Market Products by Appealing to Buyers’ Racism: Quote of the Day

“Not all gun lovers are racists, but there is plenty of white pride rhetoric among Second Amendment advocates, and racism is deeply embedded in the history of that particular clause. Whether they’re proudly proclaiming to be infidels (specifically, enemies of Islam), or boasting that “Blue Lives Matter,” anyone who hopes to sell such products capitalizes … Read more