The Tom Woods Show
Ep. 2479 David Hogg Meets Buzzsaw in Gun Debate
Apr 18, 2024
Spike Cohen and David Hogg debate gun control, addressing gun safety and restrictions. They challenge misconceptions about gun violence statistics, highlight the rise in suicides. The discussion includes debunking flawed arguments on rights and freedom of speech. They explore the effectiveness of gun control laws in Europe and gun buyback programs in reducing violent crimes. The debate also touches on government oversight and regulations.
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- Debate polling methodology criticized for skewed results post David Hogg vs. Spike Cohen debate.
- Focus on addressing criminality and mental health, challenging narratives on gun control reliance on anecdotes and emotions.
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Overview of the Recent Debate on Gun Control
Spike Cohen discusses his recent debate on gun control with David Hogg at Dartmouth College, focusing on the questions of whether guns make us safer and support for gun restrictions. Despite winning the debate based on online polling, the post-debate polling methodology drew criticism, leading to skewed results. The emphasis on debate impact beyond immediate persuasion to a wider audience is highlighted, pointing to the importance of permanent statements for persuadable individuals.
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