After Gun Violence

After Gun Violence: Deliberation and Memory in an Age of Political Gridlock is a sociology study that examines the communication failures surrounding mass shootings in America. Author Craig Rood analyzes how political postures and blame prevent meaningful policy changes, framing the issue as a breakdown in public discourse. This volume 1 work explores the rhetoric used by politicians, community leaders, and advocacy groups to explain why the national conversation remains at a tragic impasse.

The text focuses on the intersection of firearms and crime, specifically how collective memory shapes the debate over gun policy. Rood details how memories of race relations and the Second Amendment influence current perspectives on violent crimes. By analyzing these patterns, After Gun Violence demonstrates how misremembering history leads to political gridlock and entrenched positions. This scholarly analysis provides a critical look at how public deliberation and memory interact within the realm of firearms.