Dr. John Lott talked to Mark Walters on the Armed American Radio show about the myths surrounding gun violence, the cultural impact of media on public perception of firearms, and the implications of gun safety campaigns. They also discussed the statistics of crime rates in the U.S. compared to other countries, the role of media in shaping attitudes towards guns, and the current state of law enforcement in Washington, D.C. The conversation highlighted the discrepancies in reported crime data and the political narratives surrounding gun control. See also Dr. Lott’s new piece at Real Clear Politics titled “Trump Admin Efforts Could Sharply Reduce DC Crime.”
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