Increasing Gun Ownership in America

Recent data shows that the number of American voters reporting firearm ownership is at an all-time high. This surge in gun ownership can be attributed to various factors, including the chaotic events of 2020 such as the COVID-19 pandemic, social unrest following the killing of George Floyd, and rising crime rates. These events created a sense of insecurity among people, leading them to seek self-defense through gun ownership. The trend of increased gun ownership is not limited to a specific demographic but spans across different age groups, genders, and racial communities. It reflects a shift from the traditional association of firearms with rural areas and hunting to a focus on self-defense in suburban and urban settings.