To Arm or Disarm?: Addressing Gun Violence (Spotlight on Social Justice)($14.99Value)

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Gun violence includes any violent crimes, accidental injuries, or death related to guns. Gun use is prevalent across North America―more than half of people in the United States alone know someone who has experienced gun violence. But how does gun violence happen? What are its effects on people and communities? Why has it become more common, and what are the discussions around trying to curb it? To Arm or Disarm? answers these questions and more. Gun violence is more than just headlines and statistics. It has a ripple effect, touching many lives in its wake. Uncover the complexities of gun violence by exploring its origins, what influences it, and the debate on gun control. "Thought-provoking and unsettling, this series explores major social justice issues in North America, with a focus on the U.S. . . . Throughout, readers are encouraged to reflect on their own perspectives, while sidebars challenge stereotypes with eye-opening insights."― School Library Journal Denise Clay-Murray has been a journalist for more than 20 years, during which time she primarily covered politics and education. She lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.