How Better Policy Will Trigger Fewer Gun Deaths - Daniel Webster - TED
Offered By: TED via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the potential for reducing gun deaths through improved policy measures in this thought-provoking TED talk. Delve into the research findings of Daniel Webster, a renowned expert in health policy and gun violence prevention, as he presents surprisingly hopeful possibilities for addressing this controversial public policy issue. Examine the impact of gun laws, strategies for reducing teen deaths, and methods to prevent illegal gun ownership. Learn about the crucial role of gun dealers and the effectiveness of background checks. Discover new technologies that could enhance gun safety and explore the level of public support for various policy proposals. Gain insights into the complexities of gun violence prevention and the potential for meaningful change through evidence-based policy approaches.
Syllabus
Introduction
Violence in the US
Gun laws
Reducing teen deaths
Preventing gun ownership
How criminals get their guns
Gun dealers have the power
What happened next
Second policy type
Background checks
New technology
Will this happen
Support by Americans
Joe Manchin
Taught by
TEDMED
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