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Senator Introduces Resolution to Keep Names of Mass Shooters Out of Media

September 12, 2024 by Doug Howlett

Senator Mike Lee of Utah and Representative Andy Ogles of Tennessee have introduced a joint resolution aimed at urging the media to adopt more responsible journalistic practices when reporting on mass shootings. The resolution is intended to reduce what has been termed the “media contagion effect,” a phenomenon in which sensationalized coverage of mass public … Read more

What Makes a Mass Murderer?

October 1, 2018October 1, 2018 by TTAG Contributor

The following is a presentation that was given at this year’s Gun Rights Policy Conference. By Robert B. Young, MD I thought we might talk about mass murderers, who they are and why they kill. Most use firearms, but the issues are the same regardless of the methods. This is not a major cause of mortality, … Read more