In this episode, we talk about gun violence in America.  We cover gun violence statistics, the second amendment, current gun laws, the research conundrum, and gun policy with a focus on background checks, assault weapons, and public opinion.  We also discuss recommendations from the American College of Surgeons.   References: Rand Corporation: The Science of Gun Policy (https://www.rand.org/pubs/research_reports/RR2088.html) American College of Surgeons Firearm Strategy Team (FAST) workgroup recommendations (https://www.journalacs.org/article/S1072-7515(18)32155-0/pdf)