Contrary to popular belief, data reveals that defensive gun uses in the US are significantly lower than often claimed, with around 100,000 incidents reported annually compared to inflated figures of 2.5 million. The National Crime Victimization Survey employs a more reliable methodology by framing questions around actual crime victimization, leading to a clearer understanding of gun use in self-defense. Additionally, common narratives about armed confrontations often don't align with the realities captured in the data, challenging prevalent stereotypes.
