4 Experts Available on Timely Analysis of SCOTUS Gun Rights Decision
As the Supreme Court wraps up its term, there are a number of major decisions to come. Among them is a decision in the case United States v. Rahimi, on whether a federal law that prohibits individuals subject to domestic violence restraining orders from possessing firearms is constitutional. For reporters covering this case, the following experts are available to provide commentary and analysis on the case and its implications:
Blocher teaches and writes about constitutional law, especially the First and Second Amendments. His recent work has focused on free speech and on the developing legal regime regarding gun rights and gun regulation and has been cited by many federal courts.
Raissian’s research focuses on understanding policies and strategies to reduce violence and injury, with an emphasis on understanding how policies reduce family violence and increase family well-being. Her research has developed to include work on how to reduce firearm related injury and death – both in and outside of the family.
Spiegler’s research centers on political philosophy and public policy. His current policy research focuses on the problem of gun violence in America, particularly the role that gun control laws and mental illness play in the rate of gun violence.
Spitzer's research focuses on all aspects of gun policy, the American presidency, and American politics. He's the author of 6 books on gun policy including The Politics of Gun Control (9th edition) and The Gun Dilemma (2023).