On the Vicki McKenna Show to discuss Public Health claims about the costs and benefits of gun ownership

Jul 13, 2018 | Featured

Dr. John Lott appeared on the Vicki McKenna Show to discuss Public Health claims about the costs and benefits of gun ownership. In particular, the claim that gun ownership in the home is more likely to result in a suicide or you assaulting a friend or relative than to be used in self-defense.

Here is some information on deaths from a gun owner accidentally shooting someone else.

Some survey information on household gun ownership rates.

(Friday, July 13, 2018, from 4:40 to 4:54 PM)

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