This assembly of essays explores how the purchasing of firearms, background checks, and current firearm regulation are affecting the rate of gun related violence. Other topics include whether or not gun violence is on the rise and if there is cause for concern. This volume points to recent tragedies and statistical information to supplement varied and passionate viewpoints. Readers will use their critical thinking skills to develop their own intelligent viewpoints. Stellar essay sources include Mayors Against Illegal Guns, Ann Coulter, Dewey G. Cornell, Dave Kopel, and Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America.