What Does “Turning Down The Temperature” Mean?
Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast
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Political Violence, Rhetoric, and Gun Control
The chapter explores the themes of political violence, rhetoric in political discourse, and gun control. It discusses incidents like assassination attempts, the intertwining of the Second Amendment with Republican identity, and the challenges in passing reforms like an assault weapons ban. The conversation also delves into security measures at political events, differing viewpoints on gun permissions, and the policies and comfort levels of Republican leadership regarding guns.
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