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Definition

"In its broadest sense, the term "gun control" refers to any government policies that influence the availability and use of firearms among the general public or distinct subsets of the population - such as minors, convicted felons, and the mentally ill."  Guns in American Society : An Encyclopedia of History, Politics, Culture and the Law 2002

 

Keywords

  • Bear Arms
  • Bill of Rights
  • Brady Bill
  • Domestic Terrorism
  • Firearms
  • Gun Ownership
  • Gun Violence
  • Handgun(s)
  • School Shootings
  • United States Second Constitutional Amendment

 

 

Pro-Gun Control

 

Con-Gun Control

NRA - On the United Nations and International Gun Control
March 4, 2009
 

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    • Is the United State’s gun-centered culture responsible for mass shootings?
    • Will outlawing handguns make the United States any safer?
    • Globally gun control laws are very strict and gun crime is very low - should the United States consider what works for other countries?
    • Can you support the argument that gun control does not reduce violent crime?
    • Should the Second Amendment be adjusted for the times? Do you think our forefathers meant we had the right to bear assault rifles?
    • Is an individual's right to bear arms more important than the safety of the general public?
    • Do gun shows promote the use of guns? Should cities ban gun shows?
    • How has the Brady Handgun Violence Protection Act of 1994 affected gun laws?
    • Should gun rights be controlled by the States or the Federal Government?
    • Explain "Smart Gun" technology and the pros/cons of making it a mandatory feature.
     

    Reference Books

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    Guns and Violence - Debra Miller, editor
    Call Number: REF HV7436 .G87746 2009
    ISBN: 0737743204
    Reference Desk (also available in the Opposing Viewpoints Resource Center database)

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    Is gun ownership a right?
    Call Number: REF KF3941 .I8 2010
    Reference Desk (also available in the Opposing Viewpoints Resource Center database)

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    Gun control: a documentary and reference guide
    Call Number: REF KF3941 .S678 2009

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    Encyclopedia of interpersonal violence
    Call Number: REF HM1121 .E57 2008

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    Culture wars: an encyclopedia of issues, viewpoints, and voices
    Call Number: REF HN90.M6 U85 2010
    "Gun Control," "National Rifle Association"

     
     

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    Cite Your Sources

    Eventually, all students have to learn to properly cite their sources for their research. Some classes require MLA style, while others use APA. This page will give you pointers as well as help in creating those "Works Cited" or "References" pages. Remember you can always contact us, if it gets confusing (and it usually does!)

    • MLA Update 2009
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