Sept. 12, 2019: CEOs Demand Action On Gun Violence; The Elaine Massacre
Sept. 12, 2019: CEOs Demand Action On Gun Violence; The Elaine Massacre
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In a letter to Congress, 145 CEOs called for expanded background checks and strengthened “red flag” laws. Host Robin Young speaks with Ambition CEO Travis Truett, who signed the letter. Also, 100 years ago this month, hundreds of black residents of rural Arkansas were murdered by their white neighbors, in what became known as the Elaine Massacre.