The Economist’s Paper-Thin Case against Permitless Concealed Carry

The magazine trots out nearly every bad argument opponents of the policy have ever used.

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Gun enthusiasts inspect firearms during the annual National Rifle Association convention in Dallas, Texas, May 5, 2018.

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The Economist has weighed into the debate over permitless concealed carry, and, in so doing, has repeated almost every bad argument that has ever been marshaled in opposition to the trend.

Its piece starts by asking a question, of sorts:

Charles C. W. Cooke

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Charles C. W. Cooke

Charles C. W. Cooke is a senior editor at National Review and the host of The Charles C. W. Cooke Podcast.

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