Subscribe to our channel [ Ссылка ]
The deadly shooting in Tucson has put a spotlight on gun control in the US once again as data show a rise in gun sales in Arizona over the past year.
On January 10, two days after the rampage that left six dead and a US congresswoman severely injured, data from the FBI indicated that firearm sales in the state rose 60 per cent, compared to the same day a year ago.
The data also showed an increase of five per cent in national gun sales.
The Arizona state legislature passed a law in 2010 that made it one of six states in the nation where people are allowed to carry concealed firearms.
Several people in Arizona told Al Jazeera's Franc Contreras that the concern for safety is what is prompting so many people across the nation to purchase firearms for protection.
At Al Jazeera English, we focus on people and events that affect people's lives. We bring topics to light that often go under-reported, listening to all sides of the story and giving a 'voice to the voiceless.'
Reaching more than 270 million households in over 140 countries across the globe, our viewers trust Al Jazeera English to keep them informed, inspired, and entertained.
Our impartial, fact-based reporting wins worldwide praise and respect. It is our unique brand of journalism that the world has come to rely on.
We are reshaping global media and constantly working to strengthen our reputation as one of the world's most respected news and current affairs channels.
Social Media links:
Facebook: [ Ссылка ]
Instagram: [ Ссылка ]=...
Twitter: [ Ссылка ]
Website: [ Ссылка ]
google+: [ Ссылка ]
