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Young voters fear mass shootings but differ on gun control
Original: Young voters fear mass shootings but are divided on gun control https://www. upi.com/Voices/2026/10/15/youn g-voters-mas
A UPI Voices analysis examines the so-called "massacre generation," finding that while young voters widely share fear of mass shootings, that common anxiety has not translated into agreement on gun policy. Research shows the generation remains divided on gun control measures despite its shared experience with school and public shootings.
Why now: Gun policy is resurfacing as a talking point ahead of elections as new research highlights divisions among young voters.
Evidence
- Young voters fear mass shootings but are divided on gun control https://www. upi.com/Voices/2026/10/15/youn g-voters-mass-shootings-gun-control/7941792077465/ Research on the "massacre generation" reveals that shared fear over mass shootings doesn't lead to shared policy views.… · MillMessenger@journa.host · 1
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