Guns Save Lives, Part XXXIVXX

John Lee still has his life and four children still have a father because Mr. Lee had a handgun when three criminals tried to kill him and take his money.

When John Q. Citizen takes out a gun and the criminals flee, reporters don’t consider the incident “news” (at least when there are no injuries) – so guns are typically on the evening news when they are used by criminals. As a result of that skewed coverage, it is no wonder that many people have a negative view about firearms.


On June 17, Cato will be hosting a forum about guns, crime, and self‐​defense. Speakers include John Lott, Jeff Snyder, and Paul Helmke of the Brady Campaign.


For related Cato scholarship, go here.