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The State of Gun Violence in Charlottesville & Albemarle
Data overview and policy briefs that describe the nature, scope, and dimensions of the problem of gun violence locally.
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Latest Podcast Episode
Friendships and Firearms - Kyle Barrentine
Podcast episode 10: July 23, 2025 Kyle Barrentine, a sixth-year social psychology PhD student at the University of Virginia, explores how peer attitudes shape views on firearms. His research reveals unexpected patterns in support for firearm regulation and suggests that Americans may be less divided on the issue than often assumed.
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