Economist Podcasts Sticking to their guns: violence in America
Aug 5, 2019
In this engaging discussion, John Fasman, Washington correspondent for The Economist, delves into the persistent epidemic of gun violence in America, linking it to rising political extremism and debates over gun control. Mariana Palau shines a light on the struggles of Venezuelan migrant women seeking healthcare in Colombia amidst a collapsing infrastructure. The conversation also touches on the tense political landscape affecting travel advisories in the Middle East, illustrating the intricate connections between global crises and everyday lives.
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Weekend Mass Shootings
- A gunman killed at least 20 people at a Walmart in El Paso, Texas.
- Another shooter killed nine people in Dayton, Ohio the next day.
El Paso Shooter's Manifesto
- The El Paso shooter's manifesto revealed support for the "Great Replacement" theory.
- He cited job losses to automation and a "Hispanic invasion" of Texas as motivations.
Right-Wing Terrorism
- Right-wing terror attacks have outnumbered jihadist attacks in America since 2001.
- American politicians may have underemphasized this issue.