We welcome the St. Louis community to a Book Talk with author Dr. Jonathan Metzl on his new book, What We’ve Become: Living and Dying in a Country of Arms, sponsored by the Ashrei Foundation and the Washington University Center for the Study of Race, Ethnicity & Equity.

In this powerful exploration, Dr. Jonathan M. Metzl,A Book Talk with Dr. Jonathan Metzl on What We’ve Become: Living and Dying in a Country of Arms Sponsored by the Ashrei Foundation and the Washington University Center for the Study of Race, Ethnicity & Equity.

Join us for a compelling book talk with Dr. Jonathan M. Metzl, Frederick B. Rentschler II Professor of Sociology and Psychiatry, the director of the Department of Medicine, Health, and Society, at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee, and gun policy scholar, as he delves into his thought-provoking new book, What We’ve Become: Living and Dying in a Country of Arms

In this powerful exploration, Dr. Metzl confronts the complexities of gun violence and public health, catalyzed by the tragic 2018 Waffle House shooting in Nashville. Through his experience and research, he challenges the conventional narratives surrounding gun reform and uncovers the deep-seated national conflicts that shape our understanding of safety and freedom.

Dr. Metzl will discuss his journey from advocating for commonsense gun reform to grappling with the limitations of biomedical frameworks in addressing the realities of American gun politics. This event promises a deep dive into the societal fractures that influence mass shootings and the urgent need for alliance-building, racial reckoning, and political engagement.

Don't miss this opportunity to engage with Dr. Metzl and explore the pressing issues that lie at the heart of our national discourse. 

Books available for order from Left Bank Books:https://www.left-bank.com/book/9781324050254



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