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Working in a world where ‘being a shooter is cool’

By , Daily Memphian Updated: March 06, 2023 7:22 PM CT | Published: February 27, 2023 4:00 AM CT

The Memphis Allies initiative offers a way out, for those living in a violent culture where shooting helps establish credibility.

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Don Wade

Don Wade

Don Wade has been a Memphis journalist since 1998 and he has won awards for both his sports and news/feature writing. He is originally from Kansas City and is married with three sons.


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