The subject of firearms so divides us that we too often brusquely dismiss those who disagree with us. But if we're willing to cross over the barriers we've built and honestly discuss our needs, our fears, and our obligations to one another, we just might find a way to reduce a death toll that annually claims tens of thousands of lives, injures thousands more and traumatizes countless survivors.This edition of The Journal seeks to provide data and perspectives that help get Kansans out of their corners and into more productive conversations.