Dr. John Lott talked to Mark Walters on the Armed American Radio show for an hour about a wide range of topics including significant political developments, particularly the confirmation of Kash Patel at the FBI and its implications for crime statistics and data integrity. They then delved into the challenges within the FBI, the political dynamics surrounding public perception of crime, and the role of media in reporting defensive gun uses. Dr. Lott emphasizes the importance of accurate data in shaping policies and the need for transparency in governmental operations. They also discussed legislative developments affecting gun rights and the potential impact of upcoming Supreme Court decisions. See also our latest study on good guys with guns and Dr. Lott’s op-ed piece at The Federalist titled “Trump’s FBI Reforms Need to Include Ending Data Distortions.”
(Thursday, February 20, 2025)
