Distinguished Svc. Prof. emeritus, Pol. Sci., SUNY Cortland; author, Gun Law History @OxUniPress; The Politics of Gun Control (10th e. @Routledgebooks)

Williamsburg, VA
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Replying to @DerrickEvans4WV
Serious question back to you: Could you show us a source that says you were responsible for slavery that happened 150 years ago? I suspect that *nobody* has said you're responsible for that.
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Nina Moore of @colgateuniv is joined by Tara Ross of @OnondagaCC, Sarah Pralle of @SyracuseU, Rick Fenner of @uticauniversity and Chad Sparber of @colgateuniv to discuss what the Democrats next steps should be after gaining control of Congress. Should they focus on affordability issues that are plaguing many Americans or hone in on holding the Trump administration accountable for its actions. Find out what our professor's think the best plan is for the Democrats tonight at 8 on WCNY-TV, or stream it live at pbs.org/livestream #WCNY #PBS #IvoryTower #midterm2026 #electionresults
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With a Democrat controlled Congress should they focused on affordability or accountability issues? #WCNY #PBS #IvoryTower #midterm2026
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Nina Moore of @colgateuniv is joined by Tara Ross of @OnondagaCC, Sarah Pralle of @SyracuseU, Rick Fenner of @uticauniversity and Chad Sparber of @colgateuniv. This week our panel of professors’ dive into the results of the midterm elections, as it was more than affordability that helped the Democrats dominate at the polls. As the drum beats on Democrats will have little time to prove themselves, so should they focus more on affordability issues or holding the Trump administration accountable for their actions. Plus, what is the next move for Republicans. Find out what our professor's think the best plan is for the Democrats tonight at 5:30 p.m. on WCNY-TV, or stream it live at pbs.org/livestream #WCNY #PBS #IvoryTower #midterm2026 #electionresults
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We examine how images and video can be taken out of context and used to create misleading narratives. Catholic bishops were photographed and filmed praying with the president in the Oval Office, with the material later being used to suggest a political endorsement. However, the bishops were actually there to discuss issues surrounding religious freedom, abortion, and school choice. The incident sparked an apology from the bishops after they felt their presence had been turned into an unexpected public relations opportunity. We explore the dangers of political messaging, media manipulation, and the importance of understanding the full story behind the images we see. #wcny #pbs #ivorytower #news #currentaffairs #privacy #media #politics #religion #trump #catholicchurch
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We explore the growing misuse of AI-generated images and how they can be used to spread misinformation. As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly advanced, the potential for these tools to manipulate public perception and create misleading narratives grows. We take a closer look at the impact this has on the credibility of information, the spread of misinformation, and our ability to distinguish fact from fiction. #wcny #pbs #ivorytower #currentaffairs #news #opinion #ai #socialmedia #politics
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Nina Moore of @colgateuniv, Tara Ross of @OnondagaCC, @DrBenBaughman of @GannonU, Jennifer Stromer-Galley and Grant Reeher of @SyracuseU discuss the impact of deepfakes on American voters. Can the average voter tell the difference between fact and fiction? Plus, how are these ads contributing to the increase in partisanship? However, some of the worst ads from this election have been generated organically. Find out what the professors think on Ivory Tower tonight at 5:30 p.m. on WCNY-TV, or stream it live at pbs.org/livestream #WCNY #PBS #IvoryTower #AI #Vote
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We explore the growing threat of deepfakes and their potential to undermine public trust in the media. As AI-generated images and videos become increasingly convincing, misinformation can spread rapidly, influencing public perception and muddying the waters surrounding election campaigns and polling. In an era where seeing is no longer believing, how can we distinguish fact from fabrication? And more importantly, can we trust what we see when making decisions that will shape the future of our country? #wcny #pbs #ivorytower #news #opinion #voting #midtermelections #accountability #ads #negativeads #campaign #campaignstrategy
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Nina Moore of @colgateuniv, Tara Ross of Onondaga Community College, @DrBenBaughman of @GannonU, Jennifer Stromer-Galley and Grant Reeher of @SyracuseU discuss the impact of deepfakes on American voters. Can the average voter tell the difference between fact and fiction? Plus, how are these ads contributing to the increase in partisanship? However, some of the worst ads from this election have been generated organically. Find out what the professors think on Ivory Tower tonight at 8 p.m. on WCNY-TV, or stream it live at pbs.org/livestream #WCNY #PBS #IvoryTower #AI #Vote
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Robert Spitzer retweeted
From the 1600s-start of 20th cent. every state in the country enacted anti-concealed weapons carry laws. My new book @OxUniPress
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Wonderful!
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Old gun laws were everywhere in early America and were essential to our country’s development. My new book @OxUniPress
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Nina Moore of @colgateuniv hosts and is joined by Norrell Edwards of @LeMoyne, @PolSciLukePerry of @uticauniversity, Rick Fenner of @uticauniversity and Anirban Acharya of @LeMoyne to discuss the unexpected twist in the midterm elections. Democrats have positioned themselves to take control of the senate with polling data showing them slightly ahead in several races with republican incumbents. Find out what our professors think about this swing tonight at 8 on WCNY-TV and PBS.org. #WCNY #PBS #IvoryTower
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In this @ConversationUS op-ed, @spitzerb (@suny_cortland) explains why the upcoming SCOTUS hearing on assault weapons will “bring to a head the multi-decade dispute over restricting assault weapons that extends far beyond legal arguments.” Learn more. ⤵️ theconversation.com/why-the-…
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Interesting though wrong on most counts. My 7th book on gun policy due out in a few weeks. Happy to sign a copy for you if you send my way. Have a nice day.
Replying to @spitzerb
You don’t own a gun. You can’t fight. You prefer the company of corpses over women. So in other words you should probably shut up. You don’t get to speak on firearms regulation unless the words are: “I Robert Spitzer renounce my support of gun control” You understand, you gross old sex pest?
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Not hard to figure what the Sup. Court is likely to rule when it takes up the constitutionality of assault weapons laws this fall-but one hopes it will consider what these laws are about. My piece: theconversation.com/why-the-…
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