Dunbar-Ortiz: America’s Gun Problem is Rooted in White Nationalism

The Progressive magazine asked a few, uh, distinguished scholars what can be done about “gun violence” in America. Here’s the response of one historian, activist and author . . . In brief: a reckoning with U.S. history. The elephant in the room is the Second Amendment. U.S. citizens, not only white men or members of the … Read more

Devega: In America, Guns Mean Whiteness, Patriotism and Toxic Masculinity

In response to discussions about an assault weapons ban after the mass shootings in Atlanta and Boulder, Sen. Lindsey Graham told Fox News’ Chris Wallace, “If there’s a natural disaster in South Carolina where the cops can’t protect my neighborhood, my house will be the last ones that the gangs will come to, because I can defend … Read more