Guns in America — AP Photos

Freedom Under Fire:

An AP series exploring the proliferation of guns in America and the impact it has on people’s rights and freedoms.

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A surreal view of a nation unable to move on the cycle of gun violence.

A surreal view of a nation unable to move on the cycle of gun violence.

Photos and Text David Goldman

In the shadow of loss, a mother's long search for happiness

In the shadow of loss, a mother's long search for happiness

Photos David Goldman | Text Matt Sedensky

For parents who’ve been through shootings, raising kids requires grappling with fears

For parents who’ve been through shootings, raising kids requires grappling with fears

Photos David Goldman | Text Adam Geller

Veterans are more likely than most to kill themselves with guns. Families want to keep them safe.

Veterans are more likely than most to kill themselves with guns. Families want to keep them safe.

Photos David Goldman | Text Claire Galofaro

Abuse victims say gun surrender laws save lives. Will the Supreme Court agree?

Abuse victims say gun surrender laws save lives. Will the Supreme Court agree?

Photos David Goldman | Text Maryclaire Dale

Two pastors worry for their congregants’ safety. Are more guns the answer or the problem?

Two pastors worry for their congregants’ safety. Are more guns the answer or the problem?

Photos David Goldman | Text Adam Geller