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American's are 25% more likely to get shot than those in developing countries
The average number of people killed by gun violence every year
The average number of gun shows held every year
Number of gun shows that require a Background check with ALL gun sales
Number of Background Checks ran from 1994-1996
Number of gun deals stopped between 1994-1996. Proof that Background Checks work
Reported number of firearms made in the United States every year
Gun Buyback Programs
Goal: to get dangerous guns off the street by offering gift cards to local merchants in exchange for any gun no matter how dangerous/illegal it may be
This is a great idea but...
Gun Buybacks don't work
Why:
This is a great idea but...
Gun Buybacks don't work
Why:
- The gift cards are worth very little
- no one is going to give up their $600 hand gun for a $50 gift card to Stop & Shop
- Gun buybacks don't attract the right crowd
- They are great for increasing awareness but not much else