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202220 minPG-13documentary

Newtown Divided

202220 minPG-13documentary

Newtown, Connecticut, faced a contentious debate over gun rights and regulation following the Sandy Hook shooting, reflecting America's ongoing struggle with gun control.

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Channel: FRONTLINE PBS | Official

Newtown Divided

2022• 20 minPG-13

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Newtown, Connecticut, faced a contentious debate over gun rights and regulation following the Sandy Hook shooting, reflecting America's ongoing struggle with gun control.

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Newtown, Connecticut, became a focal point in the national gun debate following the 2012 Sandy Hook school shooting. Residents grappled with the contentious issue of whether amateur shooting ranges should require police chief approval and inspection. On one side, community members expressed concerns about noise and safety from unregulated shooting. Conversely, others defended gun rights as a fundamental American freedom. The discussions in Newtown reflect broader tensions surrounding gun control and personal liberties in the United States.

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