Speaking of Guns

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Here’s a story related to journalism, public relations and politics.

One of the most interesting headlines of the last 72 hours comes from The New Yorker.

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Sometimes the only way to get through to politicians is to frame an issue in the most obvious terms.

It’s why Senators Blumenthal and Murphy have resorted to accusing their colleagues of complicity in recent mass shootings. They understand members of Congress will only act if they are left with no rhetorical escape from the issue.