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Rocky Anderson on Gun Control
Justice Party challenger for President; former mayor of Salt Lake City
Click here for 3 full quotes by Rocky Anderson OR click here for Rocky Anderson on other issues.
  • Only reason for assault weapons is to kill people quickly. (Oct 2012)
  • Opposes absolute right to gun ownership. (Feb 2012)
  • Six-point plan to help curb gun violence. (Sep 2004)
Andre Barnett on Gun Control
Reform Party nominee for President
Click here for the full quote by Andre Barnett OR click here for Andre Barnett on other issues.
  • Supports absolute right to gun ownership. (Jan 2012)
Roseanne Barr on Gun Control
Peace and Freedom Party nominee for President
Click here for the full quote by Roseanne Barr OR click here for Roseanne Barr on other issues.
  • Supports absolute right to gun ownership. (Sep 2012)
Joe Biden on Gun Control
Vice President; previously Democratic Senator (DE)
Click here for 8 full quotes by Joe Biden OR click here for Joe Biden on other issues.
  • Keep assault weapons ban; close gun show loophole. (Apr 2007)
  • Voted NO on prohibiting lawsuits against gun manufacturers. (Jul 2005)
  • Voted NO on banning lawsuits against gun manufacturers for gun violence. (Mar 2004)
  • Voted YES on background checks at gun shows. (May 1999)
  • Voted NO on more penalties for gun & drug violations. (May 1999)
  • Voted NO on loosening license & background checks at gun shows. (May 1999)
  • Voted NO on maintaining current law: guns sold without trigger locks. (Jul 1998)
  • Rated F by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Dec 2003)
Hillary Clinton on Gun Control
Secretary of State; previously Democratic Senator (NY)
Click here for 21 full quotes by Hillary Clinton OR click here for Hillary Clinton on other issues.
  • Balance lawful gun ownership & keeping guns from criminals. (Apr 2008)
  • Give local police access to federal gun tracking info. (Apr 2008)
  • Let states & cities determine local gun laws. (Apr 2008)
  • Against illegal guns, crack down on illegal gun dealers. (Jan 2008)
  • Backed off a national licensing registration plan on guns. (Jan 2008)
  • Get assault weapons & guns off the street. (Jul 2007)
  • Background check system could prevent Virginia Tech massacre. (Apr 2007)
  • FactCheck: VA Tech shooter not declared a danger to others. (Apr 2007)
  • Congress’ failure at Littleton response inspired Senate run. (Nov 2003)
  • Keep guns away from people who shouldn’t have them. (Sep 2000)
  • Limit access to weapons; look for early warning signs. (Sep 2000)
  • License and register all handgun sales. (Jun 2000)
  • Tough gun control keeps guns out of wrong hands. (Jul 1999)
  • Gun control protects our children. (Jul 1999)
  • Don’t water down sensible gun control legislation. (Jul 1999)
  • Lock up guns; store ammo separately. (Jun 1999)
  • Ban kids’ unsupervised access to guns. (Jun 1999)
  • Get weapons off the streets; zero tolerance for weapons. (Sep 1996)
  • Voted NO on prohibiting lawsuits against gun manufacturers. (Jul 2005)
  • Voted NO on banning lawsuits against gun manufacturers for gun violence. (Mar 2004)
  • Prevent unauthorized firearm use with "smart gun" technology. (Aug 2000)
Newt Gingrich on Gun Control
Former Republican Representative (GA-6) and Speaker of the House
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  • Don’t redefine Constitution with no individual right to arms. (Oct 2005)
  • Federal enforcement options for state gun crimes. (Dec 1994)
Virgil Goode on Gun Control
Constitution Party presidential nominee; former Republican Representative (VA-5)
Click here for 12 full quotes by Virgil Goode OR click here for Virgil Goode on other issues.
  • Veto any ban on assault weapons. (Oct 2012)
  • Supports absolute right to gun ownership. (May 2012)
  • Co-chair of the Second Amendment Caucus. (Apr 2012)
  • Voted YES on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
  • Voted YES on prohibiting suing gunmakers & sellers for gun misuse. (Apr 2003)
  • Voted NO on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
  • Support the Second Amendment . (Dec 2000)
  • No lawsuits against gun manufacturers. (Jan 2001)
  • Rated A+ by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun rights voting record. (Dec 2003)
  • No United Nations taxation on firearms. (Sep 2003)
  • Individual right to self-defense at home and as self-defense. (Jan 1999)
  • Ban gun registration & trigger lock law in Washington DC. (Mar 2007)
Gary Johnson on Gun Control
Libertarian presidential nominee; former Republican NM Governor
Click here for 2 full quotes by Gary Johnson OR click here for Gary Johnson on other issues.
  • Supports gun ownership rights. (Aug 2012)
  • Laws regarding guns are ineffective. (May 2011)
Barack Obama on Gun Control
Democratic incumbent President; IL Senator (2004-2008)
Click here for 16 full quotes by Barack Obama OR click here for Barack Obama on other issues.
  • I believe in 2nd Amendment, but not war weapons on streets. (Oct 2012)
  • Fast-and-Furious: no prosecutions for Mexican gun/drug snafu. (Jun 2012)
  • Midwestern "bitter clingers" frustrated over broken promises. (Aug 2009)
  • Opposed bill okaying illegal gun use in home invasions. (Aug 2008)
  • Ok for states & cities to determine local gun laws. (Apr 2008)
  • FactCheck: Yes, Obama endorsed Illinois handgun ban. (Apr 2008)
  • April 2008: "Bittergate" labeled Obama elitist. (Apr 2008)
  • Respect 2nd Amendment, but local gun bans ok. (Feb 2008)
  • Provide some common-sense enforcement on gun licensing. (Jan 2008)
  • 2000: cosponsored bill to limit purchases to 1 gun per month. (Oct 2007)
  • Concealed carry OK for retired police officers. (Aug 2007)
  • Stop unscrupulous gun dealers dumping guns in cities. (Jul 2007)
  • Keep guns out of inner cities--but also problem of morality. (Oct 2006)
  • Bush erred in failing to renew assault weapons ban. (Oct 2004)
  • Ban semi-automatics, and more possession restrictions. (Jul 1998)
  • Voted NO on prohibiting lawsuits against gun manufacturers. (Jul 2005)
Sarah Palin on Gun Control
Republican Governor (AK); 2008 nominee for Vice President
Click here for 11 full quotes by Sarah Palin OR click here for Sarah Palin on other issues.
  • Open carry in city library and city hall. (Sep 2011)
  • 1996: Allow concealed carry in bars, banks, & schools. (Sep 2011)
  • Post-Gifford shooting: don't blame GOP & don't restrict guns. (Feb 2011)
  • Plenty of room for all animals--next to mashed potatoes. (Nov 2009)
  • Hunting provides organic protein sources. (Nov 2009)
  • Shot her first rabbit at age 10; freezer filled with game. (Sep 2008)
  • Hunts and fishes, as did her father. (Aug 2008)
  • Hunts as much as she can; freezer-full of wild game. (Aug 2008)
  • Supports ending D.C.’s 32-year-old ban on handguns. (Jun 2008)
  • Lifelong NRA member & champion of right to bear arms. (Feb 2008)
  • Supports Constitutional right to bear arms. (Nov 2006)
Ron Paul on Gun Control
Republican Representative (TX-14); previously Libertarian for President
Click here for 17 full quotes by Ron Paul OR click here for Ron Paul on other issues.
  • FactCheck: Terroristic shootings do occur with guns around. (Aug 2011)
  • No negligence lawsuits against gun manufacturers. (Jun 2011)
  • Gun-free zones don't make any difference. (Apr 2011)
  • Let airlines make rules about passenger guns to fight terror. (Sep 2007)
  • Opposes the DC Gun Ban; it’s not just a “collective right”. (Mar 2007)
  • Ease procedures on the purchase and registration of firearms. (Nov 1996)
  • Allow law-abiding citizens to carry concealed firearms. (Nov 1996)
  • Voted NO on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
  • Voted NO on prohibiting suing gunmakers & sellers for gun misuse. (Apr 2003)
  • Voted NO on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
  • Support the Second Amendment . (Dec 2000)
  • Rated A by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun rights voting record. (Dec 2003)
  • Sponsored bill against United Nations taxation on firearms. (Sep 2003)
  • Require video recording of every firearm test by ATF. (Jan 2011)
  • Individual right to self-defense at home and as self-defense. (Jan 1999)
  • Ban gun registration & trigger lock law in Washington DC. (Mar 2007)
  • Liberty Candidate: no point in keeping guns you can't access. (Sep 2010)
Mitt Romney on Gun Control
Former Republican Governor (MA); presidential nominee-apparent
Click here for 15 full quotes by Mitt Romney OR click here for Mitt Romney on other issues.
  • No new gun legislation; enforce the existing laws. (Oct 2012)
  • Fully investigate "Fast and Furious" program. (Oct 2012)
  • Newt Gingrich's gun, crime & drug issues compared to Mitt's. (Feb 2012)
  • 1994: backed 5-day waiting period on gun sales. (Jan 2012)
  • Find common ground with pro-gun & anti-gun groups. (Jan 2012)
  • 2002: I will not chip away at MA's tough gun laws. (Nov 2011)
  • 2008: "Lifelong" devotion to hunting meant "small varmints". (Jan 2010)
  • 2002: My positions won't make me the hero of the NRA. (Nov 2008)
  • GovWatch: 1994: did not “line up with the NRA”. (Feb 2008)
  • Support the 2nd Amendment AND the assault weapon ban. (Jan 2008)
  • I support the work of the NRA, but disagree sometimes. (Dec 2007)
  • Ok to ban lethal weapons that threaten police. (Dec 2007)
  • Compromise MA gun bills were net gain for gun owner. (Aug 2007)
  • Supports Second Amendment rights but also assault weapon ban. (May 2007)
  • Will support assault weapons bill and Brady Bill. (Aug 1994)
Paul Ryan on Gun Control
Republican nominee for Vice President; U.S. Rep. (WI-1)
Click here for 9 full quotes by Paul Ryan OR click here for Paul Ryan on other issues.
  • Attorney General Holder in contempt over "Fast & Furious". (Jun 2012)
  • Avid bow hunter who skins his own prey. (Apr 2012)
  • Voted YES on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
  • Voted YES on prohibiting suing gunmakers & sellers for gun misuse. (Apr 2003)
  • Voted YES on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
  • Rated A by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun rights voting record. (Dec 2003)
  • National cross-state standard for concealed carry. (Jan 2009)
  • Ban gun registration & trigger lock law in Washington DC. (Mar 2007)
  • Allow reloading spent military small arms ammunition. (Apr 2009)
Jill Stein on Gun Control
Green Party presidential nominee; Former Challenger for MA Governor
Click here for 3 full quotes by Jill Stein OR click here for Jill Stein on other issues.
  • More local regulations; more background checks. (Oct 2012)
  • Reduce culture of violence via mental health & legal drugs. (Oct 2012)
  • Gun at home more likely to cause injury than to defend home. (Dec 2011)

                                                                                                                                                                               
  

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