Previous bans let politicians feel like they were doing something, but failed to make a difference in reducing violent crime.
By Andy Bloom
Bucks County Dem proposes “assault weapons” ban in Pennsylvania
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
Paul Davis: Liam’s got a gun
Gun control advocate Liam Neeson is rarely without a gun in his action films.
By Paul Davis
Paul Davis: Good guys with guns refuse to be victims
As crime increases across the city, Philadelphians are increasingly protecting themselves.
By Paul Davis
Bridging Blocks: Grappling with America’s guns
Broad + Liberty is pleased to announce that our CEO, Terry Tracy, will be joining other voices from around the region in a series of conversations moderated by WHYY’s Amir Richardson and Christopher Norris. The first of these events is happening tomorrow, Nov. 9, ffrom 6 to 7:30 p.m. at […]
Philly Democrats remain largely silent on Krasner non-prosecution stance for illegal guns
Most elected officials chose not to respond to Broad + Liberty’s query on their stance on the DA and his position that he and his office “do not believe that arresting people and convicting them for illegal gun possession is a viable strategy to reduce shootings.”
By Todd Shepherd
Zeoli Show: Councilman Squilla discusses curfew options for South Street in wake of Saturday’s mass shooting
In the wake of Saturday’s shooting on South Street, radio host Rich Zeoli probes Councilman Mark Squilla for solutions to Philly’s rampant crime issue.
Transcribed by Todd Shepherd
Philly Lyft driver uses gun to defend self, passenger from armed carjackers
A pair of armed robbers are in the hospital after a Lyft driver shot them during a carjacking.
By Stephen Gutowski
John Lott: We don’t need Red Flag laws – we have the tools in place to help the mentally ill and protect people’s rights
Baker Act statutes are a better alternative. They require an evaluation by a mental-health expert and a public defender is provided if needed.
By John R. Lott Jr.