The Path to Gun Control in America Goes Through Political Philosophy

Thomas Wells

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    Abstract

    This essay argues that gun control in America is a philosophical as well as a policy debate. This explains the depth of acrimony it causes. It also explains why the technocratic public health argument favored by the gun control movement has been so unsuccessful in persuading opponents and motivating supporters. My analysis also yields some positive advice for advocates of gun control: take the political philosophy of the gun rights movement seriously and take up the challenge of showing that a society without guns is a better society, not merely a safer one.
    Original languageEnglish
    Number of pages11
    JournalPublic Philosophy Journal
    Volume2
    Issue number1
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - May 2019

    Keywords

    • gun control

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