On St Louis’ Giant KLJY: AP Stylebook Finally Recognizes AR-15s Aren’t Weapons of War

Aug 11, 2022 | Radio

Dr. John Lott talked to Vic Porcelli on St. Louis’ Giant KLJY about the term “assault weapon,” which conveys “little meaning” and is “highly politicized” as the AP now acknowledges. See Dr. Lott’s piece at Real Clear Politics titled: “AP Stylebook Finally Recognizes AR-15s Aren’t Weapons of War.” Lott also vehemently disagrees with the way the national media covers mass shootings in the U.S.

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