The Libertarian

The Libertarian: Dealing With Mass Shootings

The only practical response is one Washington isn’t considering.

The Libertarian•August 15, 2019
The Libertarian: Dealing With Mass Shootings

Richard Epstein analyzes the multitude of Democratic gun control proposals in the wake of the El Paso and Dayton shootings, proposes an alternative strategy for dealing with mass gun violence, and weighs the merits of proposed “red flag” laws.

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Richard A. Epstein

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