Gun Controversy
The John M. Olin Foundation funded the John M. Olin Fellowship at University of Chicago. While serving in the position professor John Lott produced a study that argued that relaxing concealed weapons laws can reduce crime. Critics argued that the study results were purchased by arms maker the Olin Corporation, via its management's advisory relationship to the John M. Olin Fellowship.
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