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'The Gun Machine' Ep. 6: How the NRA came into power

Illustration by Diego Mallo
Illustration by Diego Mallo

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“The Gun Machine” series host Alain Stephens explains how the National Rifle Association amassed enough power and influence to pressure Congress for laws that benefit gun companies.

This article was originally published on WBUR.org.

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