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Manhattan Institute Scholar Under Fire for Misrepresenting Gun Violence Data: A Debate Over Gun Control. A recent analysis by the Manhattan Institute's Charles Fain Lehman has sparked controversy among gun control advocates and experts, with many accusing him of overstating the evidence supporting his conclusions. Lehman's research has been widely shared and cited, but critics argue that his interpretation of the data is flawed, leading to a misrepresentation of the facts. As the debate over gun control continues to rage in the US, the accuracy of Lehman's claims has become a contentious issue, with implications for policymakers and the public alike. With experts on both sides weighing in, the question remains: how reliable is Lehman's research, and what does it really say about the relationship between guns and violence?

The Manhattan Institute’s Charles Fain Lehman overstates the evidence supporting that conclusion.