The Daily Lessons in Gun Control From California
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Jun 2, 2022 Shawn Hubler, a California correspondent for The New York Times, dives into the state's unique approach to gun control. California boasts one of the lowest gun death rates in the country, a feat attributed to historical influences like the Black Panthers and pivotal legislation following tragedies like the Stockton shooting. Hubler discusses innovative laws, such as gun violence restraining orders, and the challenges posed by ghost guns. He also examines the complex landscape of recent mass shootings and the ongoing push for effective policies.
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The Black Panthers and Early Gun Control
- In the 1960s, the Black Panthers conducted armed patrols in Oakland, California, due to concerns about racial justice and police brutality.
- This led to the state legislature passing a gun control law restricting open carrying, signed by then-Governor Ronald Reagan.
The Stockton Schoolyard Shooting and Assault Weapons Ban
- A 1989 schoolyard shooting in Stockton, California, where a gunman killed five students and injured many others, prompted further gun control legislation.
- This tragedy led to a ban on assault weapons and other related restrictions.
Combating Gang Crime with Consumer Product Legislation
- California experienced a wave of gang crime fueled partly by easily accessible cheap handguns known as "Saturday night specials.".
- The state addressed this by imposing consumer product legislation on these handguns, leading many manufacturers to move or shut down.