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Why More Philadelphians Are Buying Guns
FromCity Cast Philly
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Length:
15 minutes
Released:
Jan 3, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
During the pandemic, a lot of people in Philly took steps to start carrying a gun. In 2021, the city issued more than 52,000 license-to-carry permits. That was seven times the number issued in 2020, according to an analysis by The Philadelphia Inquirer. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Inquirer reporters Massarah Mikati and Nate File about what some of these new — and often reluctant — gun owners say motivated their decision to arm themselves.
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Read Massarah and Nate’s full story here.
Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.
We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.
Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.
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Released:
Jan 3, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
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