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The Libertarian Podcast: Can Gun Control Prevent Mass Shootings?

Red flag laws, gun control efforts, and preventing mass shootings.

The Libertarian•May 25, 2022
The Libertarian Podcast: Can Gun Control Prevent Mass Shootings?

Richard Epstein discusses whether anything can be done to reduce or eliminate mass shootings in the United States and the likely response from the Supreme Court if new gun control legislation passes.

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Richard A. Epstein

Richard A. Epstein

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