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Andy Bloom: Assault weapon bans make people feel better, but won’t make things better

May 4, 2023May 4, 2023
Andy Bloom

Previous bans let politicians feel like they were doing something, but failed to make a difference in reducing violent crime.
By Andy Bloom

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Bucks County Dem proposes “assault weapons” ban in Pennsylvania

April 3, 2023April 3, 2023
Daniel Payne
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Sen. Steve Santarsiero wants to impose a new state ban on many weapons — the second time he has pushed the legislation in less than a year.
By Daniel Payne

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Two Delaware Valley Dems want mandatory background checks to buy ammo

March 23, 2023March 23, 2023
Linda Stein
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Two proposed bills in the State Senate would add restrictions on ammunition purchases. Opponents say it will restrict freedom and will not reduce crime.
By Linda Stein

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Philadelphia pushes for more gun control, enforces existing laws less

October 6, 2022October 5, 2022
Anthony Hennen

Philadelphia’s attempt to create new gun restrictions was once again defeated by the judicial branch striking down a new city policy.
By Anthony Hennen

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Toomey: Gun control deal still possible

June 10, 2022June 10, 2022
Isaac Avilucea
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U.S. Sen. Pat Toomey (R-Pa.) believes lawmakers are the closest to reaching a bipartisan agreement on gun control laws since he has been in the Senate.
By Isaac Avilucea

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George Hofmann: What my suicide attempt taught me about gun rights

July 14, 2021July 16, 2021
George Hofmann
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Instead of a pre-emptive restriction of the constitutional right to gun ownership, we should more carefully consider what factors are unique among certain mental health illnesses. And my story may yield some clues.

By George Hofmann

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Pennsylvania gun carry permits soared in 2020, except in Philadelphia

June 21, 2021October 13, 2021
Stephen Gutowski
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Philadelphians are wondering why they face so many bureaucratic roadblocks to acquiring gun-carry licenses, as the rest of the state is relatively unhindered.
By Stephen Gutowski

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Todd DeFeo: Philadelphia suing Pennsylvania over gun laws

October 8, 2020April 19, 2021
Todd DeFeo

Mayor Kenney and other city officials are leading the charge to vacate the Firearm Preemption Laws and declare that the state government has violated the inherent and indefeasible right to enjoy and defend life and liberty.
By Todd DeFeo

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Logan Chipkin: Philadelphia freedom fighter Maj Toure has a message — and a plan

June 19, 2020April 19, 2021
Logan Chipkin
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The founder of Black Guns Matter has big plans for a libertarian upsurge in our urban centers — and his approach to personal responsibility through firearms training could be a game-changer.
By Logan Chipkin

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Donna Cooper: To protect babies from guns, make gun makers bear the costs of shootings

October 28, 2019April 19, 2021
Donna Cooper
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Two-year-old Nikolette Rivera’s life was ended by a single shot from a lone murderer who was aided and abetted in this heinous crime by a corrupted democratic process.
By Donna Cooper

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