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Gun Ownership, 2005.
This paper discusses the relationship of gun ownership and crime.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 7 sources, £ 63.95
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This paper states that anti-gun proponents argue that individuals who own guns are more likely to commit crimes than those that do not own guns and therefore, there is an overall increased incidence of crime. The author points out that proponents of gun use argue the opposite, addressing the necessity for increased gun ownership due to the ability of this theory to reduce the level of crimes committed. The paper concludes that increased gun ownership is not beneficial to the reduction of crime in modern society due to a wide variety of factors.
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"In modern society, there has been a heated debate for many years regarding the use of guns in daily living. Many opponents of gun use will argue that there is no tried and true reason for the general public to own and operate guns in dire circumstances. However, proponents of gun use will argue the opposite, addressing the necessity for increased gun ownership due to the ability of this theory to reduce the level of crimes committed. One advocate of this theory is John Lott, who has written a number of best-selling novels regarding the importance of guns and their significance to a safer, less crime-filled environment. The following discussion will argue that increased gun ownership is not beneficial to the reduction of crime in modern society due to a wide variety of factors."
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Gun Ownership, 2002.
A paper which argues in favor of stricter gun restriction laws.
1,463 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 7 sources, MLA, £ 34.95
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The ownership of guns by the public has been a topic of much needed debate for quite some time now. Various organizations and support groups have been in action for the pro or anti views on whether a citizen should be allowed to own and keep a gun at his person or his property. The paper discusses that many of the people who own guns do so for hunting, self-defense or for their collecting pleasure. But there have been numerous cases in which the use of the gun has resulted in the death of another person. The author of the paper argues in favor of tighter laws and regulations that would result in a limited number of people buying the guns and thus control the distribution of guns so that they do not fall into the wrong hands.
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"In addition, although we hear a great deal about the tens of thousands who die from gunshot wounds, we don't hear enough about the countless tens of thousands of others who are injured by gunshot wounds. Increasingly, hospital emergency rooms are getting better at treating gunshot wounds, which leads to less gunshot deaths. For this reason, looking at gunshot deaths alone is misleading, and only a small part of the picture. (Kleck) Residents of homes where a gun is present are 5 times more likely to experience a suicide rather than residents of homes without guns."
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Gun Control and Gun Trafficking, 2008.
This paper examines the relationship between gun control and gun trafficking.
2,050 words (approx. 8.2 pages), 17 sources, APA, £ 45.95
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In this article, the writer researches the relationship between gun control and gun trafficking in an argumentative style of work with the goal of persuading a college-educated audience of the consequences of tighter gun control. The paper uses a supply and demand argument such as in the case of alcohol and prohibition and the current issue of illegal drugs versus legal drugs. The writer concludes that gun control does not deter crime and it is just as clear that gun control has not slowed down the trafficking of guns but in fact research shows just the opposite effects of gun control. The writer maintains that there are several provisions within the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights that are not cohesive with gun control laws and that the citizens of the United States must take issue through contacting their senators and representatives concerning gun control legislation in the future.
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Objective
Background
Legislation Relating to Gun Control
U.S. State Department Report
Opponents to Gun Control
Summary and Conclusion
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"This convention confirmed that 40% of individuals are gun owners presently. The convention notes that study findings show that the murder rate in New York City was not shown to go up or down with the rate of murders in which guns were involved. Guns are more expensive to own in Los Angeles than in New York City however, the proportion of murders with guns was much higher in Los Angeles than in New York City. The argument is presented by panelist Roth that gun violence is not necessarily deterred through low ownership of guns. The work of Koper reports that federal regulations that require gun dealers to report sales involving multiple guns is advisable and helpful in tracking down gun traffickers. Also reported is that laws restricting gun purchases in specific time periods is also effective in deterring gun crimes."
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Firearms Ownership, 2002.
A research study to determine the correlation between gun ownership and beliefs of others.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 4 sources, £ 56.95
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A research study to determine the corrleation between gun ownership and beliefs of others. Impact of subcultures on ownership of guns for protection. Methodological problems of various studies. Research design. Hypotheses. Definitions. Results. Concludes that a positive correlation exists between incorporation of the beliefs of others into an individual's belief system.
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"Introduction
The literature on firearms ownership is filled with methodological problems and results in limited knowledge. While Lizotte and Bordua (1980) attempted to overcome these problems with their own study, analysis of their findings demonstrated a limitation regarding ownership of guns for protection, due to their definition of socialization and subculture.
Problem
Previous research on the topic of firearm ownership has studied the issue from a social perspective, identifying it as a social problem as opposed to a behavior due to a socialization process. It is also noted that studies regarding the use of firearms for sports is lacking as is literature regarding the ownership of guns for protection ..."
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Gun Control, 2005.
Advocates a solution to the problem of gun control that balances
interests on both sides of the issue and reduces the total amount of harm to society caused by gun ownership.
2,982 words (approx. 11.9 pages), 7 sources, APA, £ 63.95
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This paper examines the gun control issue from a perspective that supports gun control and presents a solution to the problem that seeks to find a middle ground between the extremes of advocacy and the polemical argument against the issue. It is the position of this paper that regulation of guns is necessary because it will lower the amount of total harm that affects society and will save lives and reduce damages to individuals within the society. Although many present regulations have been ineffective in controlling the problem, the solution
provided by this paper seeks to find out exactly why these measures have failed to assay conclusions that will lead to a better and safer future in terms of gun control by learning from the mistakes of the past.
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"Those who do not support gun control have their own arguments, and believe that gun control represents an infringement upon their constitutional right to bear arms. It should be kept in mind that this constitutional right was written in during a time in which America had just won an armed revolution against a colonial power, and that it was
mostly arranged to support the military, which was then present in the form of organized militias. But devising the true nature of the founding fathers? ideas about gun control is a business that is difficult to determine, since they arguably did not intend for their addition
to the Bill of Rights to culminate in the modern mass killings of high-school students and innocent civilians that we are seeing in a contemporary environment. It is the argument of this paper that the Second Amendment was probably not meant to apply to civilians,
but rather was a provision that helped the only army America had at this point, which was the organized militia."
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Gun Control: A Misguided Pursuit, 2002.
An essay on the fallibility of the ideals of gun control advocates.
1,405 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 5 sources, MLA, £ 33.95
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This paper looks at the three major arguments of gun-control advocates and disproves them one by one. The major arguments are - more guns, more crimes; possible accidental deaths and criminal access to guns.
Thesis: Despite the good intentions of gun control advocates, their means in attaining what they want are entirely misguided and misinformed.
Table of Contents
Accidental Death
Child killed by ownership of firearm
Suicide in relation to ownership of firearms
More Guns More Crime
Gun ownership as a crime prevention
Gun ownership for self-defense is most common
Gun ownership as a deterrent to tyranny
Criminal Acquisitions of Guns
Limiting the attainability legally of guns only limits law-abiding citizens
Criminals acquire guns on black market
Brady Laws do nothing to deter criminal misuse
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"Gun Control has been a center issue in American Politics for quite some time. Advocates of Gun Control often state the hazards of owning guns and their constant use in criminal activity. The ultimate solution for these people is to completely eliminate the right of an individual to own a gun. On the other hand, the Anti-Gun Control advocates state that people are responsible for their own actions and that the existence of the gun is not what causes crime, or accidental death. So despite the good intentions of Gun Control advocates, their means in attaining what they want are entirely misguided and misinformed."
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Gun Control, 2002.
The paper discusses the concept of gun control and contends that one's own personal responsibility with firearms is far more important than gun control legislation.
1,024 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 3 sources, APA, £ 25.95
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The paper examines two articles, one from a pro gun standpoint, contending that to own a gun one must be responsible for the use of the weapon. The second article looks at the history and reasons behind the creation of the Second Amendment to the Constitution and also lists empowerment and responsibility among reasons for gun ownership. The paper concludes that education is paramount in publicizing the advantages and dangers involved in gun ownership.
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"Gun control is a heated topic in both American politics and in civil discourse throughout the nation. The issue has had a profound effect on lobbyists and on the general public. Issues revolving around gun control and the constitutionality of both new and old laws constantly see media attention. Every time there is a school shooting or a justifiable homicide, large numbers of advocates for gun control and opponents against the issue arise. Indeed, the politics of gun control and the rights of gun ownership inspire heated and emotional debates throughout the nation."
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Gun Control, 2007.
This paper reviews the history and theories behind the restriction of gun sales to minorities and poor people.
3,220 words (approx. 12.9 pages), 14 sources, APA, £ 65.95
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This paper relates that, over the years, even though the approach might be slightly different and more subtle, especially in the southern states, there has been very little change in the overall outlook of the American bias toward the ownership of guns by the minorities and poor. The author points out that, even though gun control laws have restricted gun ownership to people who can afford a decent life-style, these laws have had no effect on decreasing crime and disallow poor citizens from protecting themselves with the use of a firearm when facing a criminal situation. The paper concludes by arguing that, because poor people most often live in high crime rates areas or areas where there is very little law protection, to gain a sense of personal security, the laws must be changed and markets must sell low-priced legal firearms.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Gun Control and the Poor
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"Even though, the blacks had to face the brunt of the gun control and restriction laws; however, they were not the only recipients. Certain white people who did not fit the bill of the Americans also faced numerous laws where they were treated less worthy for the ownership of guns. A good example of this could be the Sullivan law passed in 1911 where the focus shifted to the Italian immigrants, astonishingly, within the first three year of the implementation of the Sullivan law, 70% of the total people arrested had Italian names and surnames. Even the media was very openly not supportive of the guns being issued to the Italian immigrants; the disapproval was posted both in the "New York Tribune" as well as the "New York Times"."
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Gun Control, 2005.
This paper argues in favor of gun control.
1,820 words (approx. 7.3 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 41.95
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This paper explains that the argumentation over gun ownership revolves around the Second Amendment to the Constitution, which safeguards the liberty of the people to retain and bear arms. The author points out that advocates of gun control like to stress the maximum number of civilian owned guns, which would be eliminated from mainstream society if this amendment was passed; however, this is not a politically viable objective. The paper suggests a compromising policy: (1) A national registration of guns and ammunition, (2) meaningful and efficient federal legislation controlling the import, production, sale and ownership of guns by the public, (3) instant background checks on people trying to purchase guns and ammunition, (4) strict sentences for gun crimes and (5) education about the gun safety at the time of purchase.
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"Safety locks have been inducted as features voluntarily by some gun manufacturers, however, the National Rifle Association is of the view that it entails an undue burden on gun manufacturers without a proven benefit to the public. Such argumentation over the ban of assault weapons initiated with the promulgation of the bill during 1994. The bill was applicable to the 19 specified models of fire arms embodying features of assault weapons. The ban came to an end on Sept. 13, 2004 and the supporters of gun control influenced the Congress to permit the ban to lapse. The gun control supporters reacted with huge public relations campaign encouraging the voters to tell their elected representatives that Congress should renew the bill. This was become a great issue during the election year when President Bush and Sen. John Kerry the contestants did not tried to enrage the voters and were in favor of extension of the ban."
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Gun Control, 2005.
An examination of the controversial issue of gun control. The writer takes an anti-gun control stance.
1,761 words (approx. 7.0 pages), 9 sources, MLA, £ 40.95
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This paper argues gun control is a law that should exist to some extent, but that should not violate the right, as set out by the U.S. Constitution, to bear arms. It explains that there is no evidence proving that gun ownership increases the likelihood of any crime or accident if the gun is stored and used properly.
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"There exists a long-running debate concerning the question of whether owning a gun increases the likelihood of becoming a victim of crime, committing a crime that one would not otherwise have committed, or that household ownership of a gun increases the likelihood of death due to accident or suicide. Different studies have returned different findings and conclusions and it leaves one wondering exactly what the truth is and exactly what one should believe when contemplating possible gun purchase and household ownership of a gun."
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Gun Control: The Public's Opinion, 2005.
A look at public attitudes concerning gun control over both short-term and long-term.
2,914 words (approx. 11.7 pages), 10 sources, MLA, £ 61.95
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This paper examines how the majority of Americans oppose outright bans or severe limits on gun ownership and how a significant minority of Americans remain firmly opposed to many gun control policies and opinions on gun control, whether for or against. It attempts to explain why gun control policies have been slow to change, despite broad public support for tighter regulation of firearms and how, although support for gun control is strong, it faces significant opposition that has remained solid, despite public events such as the Columbine shootings.
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"Supporters and opponents of gun control both agree that some means should be found to keep guns out of the hands of criminals. Yet, the two sides approach the issue differently. The two strategies for gun control involve "deterrence" (discouraging by instilling fear) and "interdiction" (legally forbidding the use). Advocates of deterrence, most notably the Second Amendment Foundation and the NRA, recommend consistent enforcement of current laws and instituting tougher penalties to discourage individuals from using firearms in crimes. They maintain that interdiction will not have any effect on crime but will strip away the constitutional rights and privileges of law-abiding Americans by taking away their right to own guns."
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Anti-Gun Control, 2006.
A discussion on the issue of gun control and the conflicts surrounding it.
3,924 words (approx. 15.7 pages), 8 sources, MLA, £ 75.95
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The paper introduces this topic by highlighting how it is an issue of passionate debate in the United States. It shows the differing beliefs prevalent throughout the country and discusses how the debate over gun ownership is based on the Second Amendment to the United States Constitution and how if the right to own a gun interferes with public safety, then that right can morally be abridged in order to protect public safety. The paper concludes that evidence seems to show that the availability of guns in the United States contributes greatly to the number of injuries and fatalities by firearms.
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"In a 2000 article, David Lampo, the publications director at the Cato Institute, points out that the surge of school shootings during recent years re-energized the gun control movement, which even led to a coalition of gun control groups organizing a "Million Mom March" in Washington, D.C. (Lampo). Lampo believes that events such as this are designed to stir emotions rather than promote rational thought, and that when facts are viewed, it is easy to understand why the anti-gun lobby relies on emotion rather than logic to present its case (Lampo)."
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Gun Control, 2008.
This paper analyzes the bias and misinformation in the gun control campaigns.
1,217 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 29.95
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The paper shows how those for and against gun control have used misinformation to manipulate public sentiment with the result that gun legislation is often prominently featured and either too lenient or too severe. The paper reveals that gun ownership within the United States is not nearly as high as purported by the media, nor is gun related violence an important part of our criminal system. The paper concludes that it is up to the media system and the national audience to look through biased statistics and concentrated manipulation tactics in order to emphasize only the true facts.
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"Gun control has become a growingly controversial topic within national politics. Both gun control and gun rights advocacies have utilized and applied different rhetoric in explaining their platform. Gun control legislation has evolved during the past two decades, in some states restrictions have increased while in others restrictions have been decreased. In either case, gun legislation has been challenged by special interest groups in an attempt to justify their various positions."
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Gun Control, 2002.
Discusses issues involved.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 3 sources, £ 16.95
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Discusses issues involved. Contends that the Constitution does not provide unequivocal support for unlimited citizen possession of all types of guns. Argues that many 21st Century Americans believe that gun control regulation is needed. Proposes restrictioins should be adopted on the use of guns, if not gun ownership, for public safety.
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"Gun Control
Gun control has emerged as one of the more contentious and emotionally charged issues in American politics, with advocates of gun control legislation as passionate about their position as members of the National Rifle Association and other gun ownership supporters. It will be argued in this brief essay that the meaning of the seminal words in the American Constitution that refer to this issue - "A well-regulated militia being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed" (quoted in Amar 103) - do not provide unequivocal support for unlimited citizen possession of all types of guns.
Those who call for almost unlimited access on the part of citizens to firearms of all types and descriptions always make reference to the foregoing ..."
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