From the left academia POV, fear drives change. They promote fear of guns, fear of climate change, fear of anything to gain political support and funding. And in fairness, the NRA does the same thing.
But I also agree with @Box that ultimately it's about control. Trust us, we'll make you safe...you only have to give up a few constitutional rights.
But I also agree with @Box that ultimately it's about control. Trust us, we'll make you safe...you only have to give up a few constitutional rights.