This third edition of violence in america is a completely new book with all 12 chapters of this volume written specifically for it. A new show at the walkers point center considers the impact of violence on our lives. Do these people actually see what happens in america. Dec 30, 2012 violent crime has fallen in america alongside the rising violence in video games and film, yet politicians continue to claim that video games result in violent behavior. Apr 22, 2012 it is no wonder america is a society steeped in violence. Hardly a day goes by without someone calling for gun control as the way to reduce violence in america. School violence, shootings in the workplace, drive by shootings. Jennifer mascia reports on gun violence in america vogue. The effects of gun violence extend far beyond these casualtiesgun violence shapes the lives of millions of americans who witness it, know someone who was shot, or live in fear of the next shooting. This article shows the growing activities related to the existence of three types of urban violence. Mexico has a much higher assault death rate, one that has spiked in the past decade. The trace is an independent, nonprofit news organization dedicated to expanding coverage of guns in the united states.