A recent study by Brady highlights a concerning trend in gun violence in the United States, revealing that Black Americans, who make up 14% of the population, are disproportionately affected, being the victims in 60% of firearm homicides between 2017 and 2021. This data challenges the narrative that gun violence is a political issue, suggesting deeper societal and racial dynamics at play. The findings underscore the urgent need for targeted interventions to address this disparity and protect vulnerable communities.
Despite making up only 14% of the population, black Americans account for nearly 60% of firearm homicides annually. Follow: @AFpost https://t.co/B9IxM1uHuh
60% of firearm homicides each year involve black Americans https://t.co/PnXnv3bl4v https://t.co/PnXnv3bl4v
Why is 4% of the population committing 60% of gun homicides? https://t.co/aJ2xbEyNxV
One might be tempted to come up with an alternative conclusion when following this stream of consciousness. “Our new study finds that despite making up just 14% of the U.S. population, Black Americans account for 60% of firearm homicides each year.” Then- “Honoring Black… https://t.co/m7jK49TeE2
Black people continue to be disproportionately affected by gun violence, as they account for 60% of all firearm homicides yet make up just 14% of the population https://t.co/1obpL87NU6
A new study by Brady estimated that, though Blacks were 14% of the population between 2017 and 2021, they were 60% of the victims of firearm homicide. https://t.co/nqraq0fzP9
Murder rates with guns have nothing to do with politics it’s race. Look at Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, idaho, Montana, etc. Same murder rates as the Nordic countries people always show as an example to not own guns. Guns don’t shoot people, black people shoot people. And…
Black people continue to be disproportionately affected by gun violence, as they account for 60% of all firearm homicides yet make up just 14% of the population, according to a new study. Read More 👇🏿 https://t.co/BmSVKScRJz