Differences in Perceptions of Gun-Related Safety by Race and Gun Ownership in the United States

Julie A. Ward, Mudia Uzzi, Talib Hudson, Daniel W. Webster, Cassandra K. Crifasi

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Abstract

Motivated by disparities in gun violence, sharp increases in gun ownership, and a changing gun policy landscape, we conducted a nationally representative survey of U.S. adults (n=2,778) in 2021 to compare safety-related views of white, Black, and Hispanic gun owners and non-owners. Black gun owners were most aware of homicide disparities and least expecting of personal safety improvements from gun ownership or more permissive gun carrying. Non-owner views differed. Health equity and policy opportunities are discussed.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)14-31
Number of pages18
JournalJournal of Law, Medicine and Ethics
Volume51
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - May 25 2023

Keywords

  • Firearms
  • Gun-Related Beliefs
  • Health Equity
  • Health Status Disparities
  • Personal Safety
  • Public Opinion

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Medicine

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