Statistical Malpractice: The Standard in Anti-Gun “Research” – Part 1
By Ammoland
DRGO Editor’s Note: The following article by our colleague Dr. Miguel Faria is his classic discussion of Statistical Malpractice — ‘Firearm Availability’ and Violence (Part I): Politics or Science? as it was originally titled in the Medical Sentinel (2002;7(4):132-133). It remains a timely reminder of the unending games played by researchers with agendas, and is republished here with the author’s permission. Part 2 to follow.
USA – — Miguel A. Faria, Jr., M.D. is a retired Clinical Professor of Neurosurgery and Adjunct Professor of Medical History at Mercer University School of Medicine. He is Associate Editor in Chief and World Affairs Editor of Surgical Neurology International. He served on the CDC’s Injury Research Grant Review Committee.
References:
1. Miller M, Azrael D, Hemenway D. Firearm availability and unintentional firearm deaths, suicide, and homicide among 5-14 year olds. J Trauma 2002;52(2):267-275.
2. New Harvard University study shows direct link between gun availability and gun death among children. Press release: Violence Policy Center, February 21, 2002.
3. Bennett JT, DiLorenzo TJ. From Pathology and Politics: Public Health in …Read the Rest
Source:: AmmoLand
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