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2A

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

2A

Bucks County Dem proposes “assault weapons” ban in Pennsylvania

April 3, 2023April 3, 2023
Daniel Payne
5

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

Culture

Paul Davis: Liam’s got a gun

February 28, 2023February 27, 2023
Paul Davis
3

Gun control advocate Liam Neeson is rarely without a gun in his action films.
By Paul Davis

Crime

Paul Davis: Good guys with guns refuse to be victims

February 16, 2023February 16, 2023
Paul Davis

As crime increases across the city, Philadelphians are increasingly protecting themselves.
By Paul Davis

Crime

Bridging Blocks: Grappling with America’s guns

November 8, 2022November 12, 2022
Intern B+L

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 […]

Letter to the Editor

Letter to the Editor: Nonprofit organizations want to help stop gun violence

October 29, 2022October 28, 2022
Alim Howell

By Alim Howell

Crime

Philly Democrats remain largely silent on Krasner non-prosecution stance for illegal guns

June 15, 2022June 17, 2022
Todd Shepherd
6

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

Crime

Zeoli Show: Councilman Squilla discusses curfew options for South Street in wake of Saturday’s mass shooting

June 6, 2022June 6, 2022
Todd Shepherd
1

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

Crime

Philly Lyft driver uses gun to defend self, passenger from armed carjackers

January 6, 2022January 6, 2022
Stephen Gutowski
1

A pair of armed robbers are in the hospital after a Lyft driver shot them during a carjacking.
By Stephen Gutowski

2A

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

October 10, 2019April 17, 2021
John R. Lott Jr.
1

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.

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