Guns in America: Violence, Rights and Politics

Rob Wilcox is the Federal Legal Director at ‘Everytown for Gun Safety’, the leading gun safety movement in the United States.A qualified commercial lawyer, Rob’s life changed forever when his family was tragically touched by gun violence. Misha Zelinsky caught up with Rob for a Chinwag about the US gun violence epidemic, the political polarisation underpinning this issue, what sensible reform looks like, how to build a movement for change from the ground up, the role of Second Amendment in gun ownership, misinformation online and whether meaningful gun law reform is actually possible.It’s a really insightful conversation on an issue that touches many people. A big thank you to Rob for coming on to share his personal story; he’s a great guy and he’s tackling an issue that needs to be addressed. Show notes:Learn about Everytown for Gun Safety here: https://www.everytown.orgFollow the show and Misha Zelinsky here: @mishazelinsky @diplomatesshowBIG NEWS!We’ve partnered with the team at Diamantina Media - the people who give you The Betoota Advocate amongst other things. They are also home to the ‘The Jolly Swagman’ podcast hosted by our mate Joe Walker (www.joewalker.com.au) It’s a brilliant show where he digs into some really interesting intellectual conversation with all types of global leaders like Mark Cuban and Malcolm Turnbull.On a personal note, our host Misha Zelinsky will be heading over to Washington DC on a Fulbright Scholarship. Misha will be studying political warfare by autocracies and how we can restore democracy at home. We’ve got some really cool interviews lined up while he is in the States; so keep your eyes peeled for those!Please give the show 5 stars and review it and share it with your mates. We’re growing all the time and it really helps!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.