With its 'First Person' Initiative, Vox is Using Personal Essays to Supplement its Explainers

In June, Vox ran an article headlined “Why millions of Americans —including me — own the AR-15,” a 3,000-word case for the rifle best known for its role in mass shootings. In the article, Ars Technica founder and gun owner Jon Stokes argues that the AR-15, despite its negative reputation in the press, is the gun of choice for regular, sane people who need a weapon capable of adapting to a variety of jobs.

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