This excerpt from the "masterful, timely, data-driven" study of the gun control debate examines the potential of stronger purchasing laws ( Choice).As the debate on gun control continues, evidence-based research is needed to answer a crucial question: How do we reduce gun violence? One of the biggest gun policy reforms under consideration is the regulation of firearm sales and stopping the diversion of guns to criminals. This selection from the major anthol...

This digital update to Reducing Gun Violence in America presents new evidence and developments in the effort to address the staggering toll of gun violence in the United States.In 2013—in the wake of the tragic shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School—Johns Hopkins University Press published Reducing Gun Violence in America, a collection of essays written by the world’s leading experts on gun violence. Updated Evidence and Policy Developments ...

Amid a growing consensus that the staggering toll of gun violence in the United States is an urgent public health issue, the Johns Hopkins University's Bloomberg School of Public Health has convened experts on gun policy and violence from the United States and selected other countries to summarize relevant research and its implications for policymakers and concerned citizens. Legal scholars weigh in on the constitutionality of recommended policies, and researchers present new data on publi...

Outstanding Academic Title, Choice MagazineThe staggering toll of gun violence—which claims 31,000 U.S. lives each year—is an urgent public health issue that demands an effective evidence-based policy response.The Johns Hopkins University convened more than 20 of the world's leading experts on gun violence and policy to summarize relevant research and recommend policies that are both constitutional and have broad public support. Collected for the first time in one ...

Outstanding Academic Title, Choice MagazineThe staggering toll of gun violence—which claims 31,000 U.S. lives each year—is an urgent public health issue that demands an effective evidence-based policy response.The Johns Hopkins University convened more than 20 of the world's leading experts on gun violence and policy to summarize relevant research and recommend policies that are both constitutional and have broad public support. Collected for the first time in one ...

The Complete Works of Daniel WebsterThis Complete Collection includes the following titles:--------1 - The Great Speeches and Orations of Daniel Webster2 - The Works of Daniel Webster, Volume 13 - Daniel Webster for Young Americans4 - Select Speeches of Daniel Webster

Dive into the powerful rhetoric and historical significance of 'The Great Speeches and Orations of Daniel Webster', a collection that captures the fervor and impact of a pivotal era in American history. This anthology showcases the profound eloquence and intellectual prowess of Daniel Webster, whose speeches are celebrated as seminal works of American political and legal thought. Ranging from poignant tributes to bold calls for national unity, these speeches collectively form a vivid tapes...

In "Select Speeches of Daniel Webster, 1817-1845," the reader is treated to a profound exploration of American political thought through the eloquence and rhetorical mastery of one of the nation's most celebrated orators. Webster's speeches, crafted in the early 19th century, showcase his profound understanding of constitutional law, the Union, and the pressing issues of his time, such as the debate on slavery and states' rights. The literary style is marked by a vigorous yet polished pros...

In "Daniel Webster for Young Americans," Daniel Webster presents a compelling narrative that intertwines biography with civic education, designed to inspire youth through the life and values of one of America's most revered statesmen. Utilizing a straightforward and engaging literary style, Webster elucidates his own experiences and the principles of democracy that guided his public service, making complex political ideas accessible to a younger audience. The book reflects the early 19th-c...

Pongo is the World's Largest Communications Network Connecting Every Device for Every Person in Every Language Everywhere on Earth. For Pongo to launch, I must bring together 21 of the biggest, most powerful companies and entities which have already created all of the pieces and parts to build Pongo. To get the word out to the heads of these corporate families and entities, I am creating a series of videos on my Twitter account @danielwebster and writing this book, #GoPongo. You are likely...

Beadle's Dime National Speaker, Embodying Gems of Oratory and Wit captures a rich tapestry of eloquence and humor, reflecting the literary zeitgeist of 19th-century America. The anthology stands as a testament to the variegated styles of rhetoric and wit that marked an era of dynamic cultural discourse. From soaring speeches that evoke the fervor of public life to incisive humor that mirrors society's quirks, the collection resonates with voices that once stirred the nation's conscience. E...

With this famous speech, Daniel Webster joined the nineteenth-century debate over slavery in the US. While personally opposed to the practice, Webster argued that allowing the South to continue using slave labor was essential to maintaining unity of the states. This middle-ground opinion won him support of some Southerner moderates but also lost him the respect of some Northerners. Though it became the subject of much controversy, “The Constitution and the Union” showcases Webster’s unmatc...