Cameron McWhirter and Zusha Elinson, "American Gun"

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Cameron McWhirter and Zusha Elinson, "American Gun"

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Oct 15, 2023

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Wall Street Journal reporters Cameron McWhirter and Zusha Elinson discuss the history of the AR-15 and how the weapon has influenced American gun culture. They were interviewed by author and journalist Paul Barrett.
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Cameron McWhirter and Zusha Elinson, "American Gun"

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