Media to U.S.: Lose the Guns, Get Sophisticated

Journalists bemoan American 'gun culture,' ignoring facts and common sense in their dramatic attempts at persuasion.
By Amy Menefee
Business & Media Institute

"I’m a rare combination: a trained journalist who grew up understanding the value of guns.

My dad taught me how to shoot and made sure I understood safety, my rights and my responsibility – namely, that the government wouldn’t be around if I suddenly needed protection.

I’ve been rather queasy reading and hearing journalists’ take on the Virginia Tech shooting." Read more.