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Stacey Abrams on Gun Control
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| Democratic Gubernatorial Challenger (GA); 2020 Veepstakes contender |
Click here for 5 full quotes by Stacey Abrams
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- AR-15s are not necessary on our streets. (Nov 2018)
- Gun-carry license doesn't apply to "campus carry". (Mar 2017)
- State should enact reasonable restrictions on guns. (Jul 2016)
- Voted NO on "campus carry;" it won't make students safer. (Mar 2016)
- Rated 7% by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Aug 2010)
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Justin Amash on Gun Control
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| Independent MI Rep; possible Presidential Challenger |
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- No restrictions on purchase, transport, or possession. (Nov 2010)
- Rated Voted NO on background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
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Joe Biden on Gun Control
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| Former Vice President; previously Democratic Senator (DE) |
Click here for 20 full quotes by Joe Biden
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- Close loopholes in Federal gun background check system. (Nov 2021)
- We're not changing the Constitution; we're being reasonable. (Apr 2021)
- No bill repealing liability protection for gun manufacturers. (Apr 2021)
- Treat gun violence as a public health epidemic. (Apr 2021)
- Regulate "ghost guns" and 3D-printed gun parts. (Apr 2021)
- I go skeet-shooting, badly, and my sons go bird-hunting. (Feb 2020)
- I pushed Brady Bill when other Dems voted against it. (Feb 2020)
- I beat the NRA twice: AR-15s & high-capacity magazines. (Oct 2019)
- I'm the only candidate who beat the NRA with the Brady bill. (Sep 2019)
- I'm the guy who got the Brady Bill passed. (Jun 2019)
- Public supports gun control; Congress has not caught up. (May 2013)
- Moral obligation to diminish senseless gun violence. (Jan 2013)
- 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)
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Don Blankenship on Gun Control
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| WV Senate contender and Constitution Party presidential nominee |
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- Repeal federal firearms legislation, end "Gun Free Zones". (May 2020)
- Democrats pose a real threat to our right to bear arms. (Mar 2018)
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Mike Bloomberg on Gun Control
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| Mayor of New York City (Independent) |
Click here for 16 full quotes by Mike Bloomberg
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- Second Amendment has guarantees, but gun restrictions ok. (Feb 2020)
- Sue gun stores which don't require background checks. (Feb 2020)
- Close "boyfriend loophole," pass national red flag law. (Jan 2020)
- Ban assault weapons; hold gun industry accountable. (Jan 2020)
- Bloomberg group favors closing background check loopholes. (Nov 2019)
- Gun laws effective but no one law will stop everything. (Aug 2019)
- 80% of NRA members support background checks. (Mar 2013)
- Background checks do work, and should be highest priority. (Mar 2013)
- 2006: Created Mayors Against Illegal Guns; now 600 mayors. (Nov 2011)
- Sued out-of-state gun dealers for selling illegally in NYC. (Sep 2010)
- Enact common-sense measures to keep guns away from criminals. (Apr 2010)
- Put the issue of illegal guns back on the national agenda. (Jan 2008)
- 2nd Amendment doesn’t prevent keeping guns from criminals. (Nov 2007)
- Founder of Mayors Against Illegal Guns. (May 2007)
- It’s not about gun control, it’s about crime control. (Apr 2007)
- Sued New York City gun dealers to control guns. (Mar 2007)
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Cory Booker on Gun Control
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| Mayor of Newark; N.J. Senator; 2020 presidential contender (withdrawn) |
Click here for 24 full quotes by Cory Booker
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- More people die from gun violence than from wars. (Sep 2019)
- More people die from gun violence than from wars. (Sep 2019)
- More people die from gun violence than from wars. (Sep 2019)
- Yes on red flag law, but nowhere near enough. (Aug 2019)
- Tired of "thoughts and prayers"--this is personal. (Jun 2019)
- We require licenses to drive; so require licenses for guns. (Jun 2019)
- Evidence-based laws can lower gun violence. (Jun 2019)
- As with civil rights, we can build coalitions for gun laws. (Jun 2019)
- I'm bringing a fight against the corporate gun lobby. (Jun 2019)
- Gun control works; refuse to believe it's not doable. (May 2019)
- 14-part gun control plan, with criminal enforcement. (May 2019)
- Supports national gun licensing every 5 years. (May 2019)
- Consensus on common sense gun laws; ready to fight NRA. (Mar 2019)
- Require background checks; ban assault weapons. (Feb 2019)
- Failed to pass gun legislation after Orlando mass shooting. (Apr 2017)
- Prohibit firearms to suspected terrorists. (Jun 2016)
- $1,000 reward for tip on illegal weapons. (Feb 2016)
- Common sense gun reform on day one. (Jul 2014)
- More background checks & gun trace data. (Jul 2014)
- Criminal gun runners shouldn't have Second Amendment rights. (Oct 2013)
- Insane to carry concealed loaded weapons cross-state. (Oct 2011)
- Coalition "Mayors Against Illegal Guns"; Keep state laws. (Oct 2011)
- Co-sponsored background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
- Sponsored bill for background checks for private transfers. (Mar 2021)
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Pete Buttigieg on Gun Control
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| Democratic Presidential Challenger; IN Mayor |
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- Much work to enact measures that vast majority supports. (Aug 2019)
- What we're doing on gun violence isn't working. (Jul 2019)
- Voluntary buyback, plus ban assault weapons. (Jul 2019)
- Trained on military weapons: no place in civilian use. (Jun 2019)
- Respect people's desire for self-defense. (Jun 2019)
- Common sense gun control can work under Second Amendment. (Apr 2019)
- Yes to gun control and universal background checks. (Feb 2019)
- Installed ShotSpotter technology: identify source of gunfire. (Feb 2019)
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Julian Castro on Gun Control
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| Democratic Presidential Challenger (withdrawn); former HUD Secretary |
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- No mandatory buybacks--it means more cops banging on doors. (Oct 2019)
- The answer to mass shooting is not more guns. (Aug 2019)
- Whole slew of gun measures most Americans support. (Aug 2019)
- Yes on gun licensing, but also red flag laws. (Aug 2019)
- Voluntary buyback, despite their mixed success. (Jul 2019)
- Dems can get common sense gun reform in 2021. (Jun 2019)
- Sensible gun laws, and address mental health issues. (Apr 2019)
- Supports background checks at gun shows & assault weapon ban. (Feb 2019)
- Ban assault weapons. (Jan 2019)
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Bill de Blasio on Gun Control
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| NYC Mayor; Democratic Presidential Challenger (withdrawn) |
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- Gun ownership should be treated very, very differently. (Jun 2019)
- Project Fast Track focuses on gangs & illegal guns. (May 2019)
- Gun laws are necessary to protect the city and ourselves. (Jan 2019)
- Wall Street for Change: campaign to support gun divestment. (Oct 2013)
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Rocky De La Fuente on Gun Control
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- Supports "fair gun control" and Second Amendment. (Mar 2020)
- Prohibit assault weapons; prohibit bump stocks. (Nov 2018)
- Allow open carry in all public places and schools. (Nov 2018)
- Balance second amendment with "general welfare". (Nov 2016)
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Tulsi Gabbard on Gun Control
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| Democratic Presidential Challenger; HI Rep. |
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- I support our Second Amendment rights. (Jun 2019)
- Ban assault weapons; require universal background checks. (Jan 2019)
- Advocate for sensible gun control. (Nov 2016)
- Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
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Kirsten Gillibrand on Gun Control
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| Democratic Senator (NY); Democratic Candidate for President (withdrawn) |
Click here for 23 full quotes by Kirsten Gillibrand
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- Machine gun registration is framework for assault weapons. (Aug 2019)
- Senate would pass gun laws if allowed to vote. (Aug 2019)
- NRA is the worst organization in America. (Jun 2019)
- Ban bump stocks; reduce lobbying power of NRA. (Jun 2019)
- Supports stricter laws now; didn't when in the House. (May 2019)
- 2008: signed amicus brief to overturn DC handgun ban. (Mar 2019)
- 2009: Fight gun violence; 2010: "F" rating from NRA. (Mar 2019)
- 2006: "A" rating from NRA; 2019: apologizes. (Jan 2019)
- Ban high-capacity magazines; close gun-show loophole. (Jan 2019)
- Embarrassed at previous NRA "A" rating; now rated "F". (Jan 2019)
- Inaction on mass shootings due to greed of NRA & gunmakers. (Nov 2018)
- Owns guns, which she keeps unloaded under the bed. (Sep 2014)
- Shifted to left because "I fight for my constituents". (Oct 2010)
- Track data on illegal gun traffickers. (Apr 2010)
- Earned high rating from the National Rifle Association. (Jan 2009)
- Voted YES on banning high-capacity magazines of over 10 bullets. (Apr 2013)
- Voted NO on allowing firearms in checked baggage on Amtrak trains. (Apr 2009)
- Close the Gun Show Loophole; restrict show sales. (May 2009)
- Rated F by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Aug 2010)
- Ban large-capacity ammunition. (Jan 2013)
- Co-sponsored background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
- Ban gun registration & trigger lock law in Washington DC. (Mar 2007)
- Sponsored bill for background checks for private transfers. (Mar 2021)
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Mike Gravel on Gun Control
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| Libertarian for President; Former Dem. Senator (AK); withdrew from Presidential primary July 2019 |
Click here for 4 full quotes by Mike Gravel
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- Doesn’t hunt, but shot moose injured by Alaskan trains. (May 2008)
- License for concealed carry; teach firearms safety. (Apr 2008)
- Military culture causes more gun violence. (Jul 2007)
- Require license & training for gun ownership. (May 2007)
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Kamala Harris on Gun Control
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| Democratic candidate for President (withdrawn); California Senator |
Click here for 11 full quotes by Kamala Harris
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- Mandatory buyback for 5 million assault weapons. (Oct 2019)
- Trump didn't pull trigger, but he tweeted out the ammunition. (Sep 2019)
- Executive action on gun control if Congress won't do it. (Jun 2019)
- If Congress won't act on guns, I will, by executive action. (May 2019)
- If Congress won't pass gun laws, do it by executive action. (Apr 2019)
- No reason we have assault weapons in a civil society. (Jan 2019)
- We cannot tolerate society with our babies being slaughtered. (Feb 2018)
- No gun ownership for dangerous convicts or mentally ill. (Apr 2016)
- Rated 7% by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Aug 2010)
- Supports restrictions on right to bear arms. (Nov 2016)
- Co-sponsored background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
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John Hickenlooper on Gun Control
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| Democratic Presidential Challenger (withdrew, Aug. 2019); CO Governor |
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- Endorsed by Everytown for Gun Safety for gun-sense majority. (Jun 2020)
- Fundamental nonsense of government: Washington can't act. (Jul 2019)
- Guns make you less safe, not more. (Jun 2019)
- Ban on high-capacity magazines. (Mar 2019)
- Mental illness & weak gun laws both contribute to violence. (Mar 2019)
- School shootings weaken country by terrorizing ourselves. (Feb 2018)
- Make mental health part of discussion on mass killings. (May 2016)
- Universal background checks for all gun sales. (May 2016)
- Develop a program to reduce suicides by gun. (Jan 2016)
- CO cares about 2nd Amendment, but also safe communities. (Dec 2013)
- Universal background checks & ban on high capacity magazines. (Dec 2013)
- State Senate "Line item recall" about too-strict gun control. (Sep 2013)
- Universal background checks but no assault weapon ban. (Mar 2013)
- Keep guns out of the hands of mentally ill. (Jan 2013)
- Pro-gun rights, according to CC survey. (Sep 2020)
- Sponsored bill for background checks for private transfers. (Mar 2021)
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John Kasich on Gun Control
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| Republican Governor; previously Representative (OH-12); 2000 & 2016 candidate for President |
Click here for 14 full quotes by John Kasich
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- Vetoed stand your ground, state preemption of local laws. (Dec 2018)
- 1999: Cool off after school shootings; 2018: time for action. (Nov 2018)
- Learn from mass shooting tragedies and take action. (Sep 2018)
- Significant changes, while we protect the Second Amendment. (Mar 2018)
- We need bipartisan gun reform to deal with mass shootings. (Feb 2018)
- Background checks and increased attention to mental illness. (Feb 2018)
- Supports state reciprocity and concealed carry. (Dec 2017)
- Registering mentally ill is first priority in gun control. (Nov 2015)
- 2nd Amendment advocate: NRA rating changed from "F" to "A". (Aug 2015)
- Keep existing restrictions, but tighten up on terrorist guns. (Nov 1996)
- Cool off before making new gun laws after Littleton. (May 1999)
- More parenting better than more gun laws. (May 1999)
- Voted YES on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
- Opposes restrictions on the right to bear arms. (Aug 2010)
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Amy Klobuchar on Gun Control
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| DFL Sr Senator (MN); Democratic presidential contender |
Click here for 18 full quotes by Amy Klobuchar
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- Close the boyfriend loophole; no guns for abusers. (Feb 2020)
- Public is with us on background checks & police vetting. (Oct 2019)
- Make sure that domestic abusers don't get AK47s. (Sep 2019)
- Banning assault weapons will reduce fatalities. (Sep 2019)
- We passed universal background checks and NRA blocked it. (Jul 2019)
- Gun violence is about politicians folding to the NRA. (Jul 2019)
- No gun confiscation; sensible gun laws don't hurt hunters. (Jun 2019)
- Commonsense gun laws have wide support. (Feb 2019)
- Sensible reforms like enhanced background checks. (Jun 2016)
- I would do nothing to hurt hunting. (Jan 2006)
- Extend the ban on assault weapons. (Jan 2006)
- Voted YES on banning high-capacity magazines of over 10 bullets. (Apr 2013)
- Voted YES on allowing firearms in checked baggage on Amtrak trains. (Apr 2009)
- Voted YES on prohibiting foreign & UN aid that restricts US gun ownership. (Sep 2007)
- Ban large-capacity ammunition. (Jan 2013)
- Restrict right to bear arms, according to CC survey. (Jul 2018)
- Co-sponsored background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
- Sponsored bill for background checks for private transfers. (Mar 2021)
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Gloria La Riva on Gun Control
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| Party for Socialism and Liberation nominee for President |
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- Support right of working class to own and bear arms. (Aug 2020)
- Second Amendment guarantees individual gun ownership. (Nov 2010)
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Beto O`Rourke on Gun Control
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| Democratic candidate for President; Texas Senator nominee |
Click here for 14 full quotes by Beto O`Rourke
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- We don't want extremism in our gun laws. (Nov 2021)
- No door-to-door enforcement, but reduce weapons of war. (Oct 2019)
- Ok to confiscate guns that are designed for battlefields. (Sep 2019)
- Death in El Paso due to a gun that should not be legal. (Sep 2019)
- We should have a national gun licensing program. (Aug 2019)
- Money buys influence, access, and outcomes. (Jul 2019)
- Voluntary buyback for assault weapons, plus a ban. (Jul 2019)
- Weapons of war belong on battlefield, not in our communities. (Jun 2019)
- We need to stop listening to NRA and gun lobby. (Jun 2019)
- Background checks; limit assault rifles. (Apr 2019)
- Supports Second Amendment with sensible gun laws. (Oct 2018)
- Universal background checks; ban assault weapons. (Oct 2018)
- Supports common sense gun laws. (Jul 2016)
- Restrict right to bear arms, according to CC survey. (Jul 2018)
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Barack Obama on Gun Control
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| Democratic President (2009-2017); IL Senator (2004-2008) |
Click here for 18 full quotes by Barack Obama
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- Stricter gun rules, with or without Congress. (Jan 2014)
- Gun violence victims deserve a vote. (Feb 2013)
- 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)
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Mike Pence on Gun Control
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| Republian nominee for Vice President; Governor of Indiana; former Representative (IN-6) |
Click here for 11 full quotes by Mike Pence
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- Allowing guns in school parking lots was common-sense reform. (Sep 2020)
- Gun ownership increases public safety. (Jan 2016)
- Second Amendment guarantees a fundamental, individual right. (Oct 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)
- Rated A by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun rights voting record. (Dec 2003)
- National cross-state standard for concealed carry. (Jan 2009)
- Teach kids Eddie Eagle GunSafe's lifesaving message. (May 2010)
- Loosen restrictions on interstate gun purchases. (Oct 2011)
- Allow veterans to register unlicensed guns acquired abroad. (Jan 2011)
- Ban gun registration & trigger lock law in Washington DC. (Mar 2007)
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Bernie Sanders on Gun Control
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| Democratic primary challenger; Independent VT Senator; previously Representative (VT-At-Large) |
Click here for 36 full quotes by Bernie Sanders
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- Changed views on gun control due to epidemic of gun violence. (Feb 2020)
- For background checks, and closing loopholes. (Jul 2019)
- 2013: state decisions on guns; 2019: federal legislation. (Jun 2019)
- Buy back assault weapons, and ban their sale. (Jun 2019)
- Applaud students taking action to prevent school shootings. (Feb 2018)
- Intervene with mental illness, to prevent mass shootings. (Nov 2016)
- Ok to sue gun manufacturers if they sell for misuse. (Apr 2016)
- Deal federally with straw-man gun purchasers. (Oct 2015)
- Common sense, incremental gun control plan. (Oct 2015)
- Instant background checks: no guns for criminals or unstable. (Jul 2015)
- Guns in Vermont are for hunting; but in L.A. are for killing. (Jul 2015)
- Gun legislation must work for both rural & urban Americans. (Jun 2015)
- Mixed approach to gun control vs. gun rights. (Apr 2015)
- I'm pro-hunting, but no one needs an AK-47 to hunt. (Jun 1997)
National Rifle Association
- 2005: Allow suing gun manufacturers for negligence. (Feb 2020)
- Ban assault weapons; automatic background checks. (Feb 2019)
- To pass gun controls, Congress needs guts to stand up to NRA. (May 2018)
- We aren't divided on guns: just sick & tired of gun violence. (Mar 2018)
- FactCheck: No, never supported by National Rifle Association. (Apr 2016)
- I have shown courage against NRA on gun issues. (Dec 2015)
- People have the right to buy guns, with sensible regulations. (Dec 2015)
- Do more than reverse gun manufacturer immunity. (Nov 2015)
- I want to shield gun shops from lawsuits, not manufacturers. (Oct 2015)
- Bring together rural states & urban states with common sense. (Oct 2015)
- 1988: NRA opposed Congressional opponents more than him. (Sep 2015)
- Ban semiautomatic guns & gun show loophole. (Aug 2015)
Voting Record
- OpEd: pro-gun votes in line with VT's political norms. (Jun 2015)
- Voted YES on banning high-capacity magazines of over 10 bullets. (Apr 2013)
- Voted YES on allowing firearms in checked baggage on Amtrak trains. (Apr 2009)
- Voted YES on prohibiting foreign & UN aid that restricts US gun ownership. (Sep 2007)
- 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)
- Rated F by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Dec 2003)
- Restrict right to bear arms, according to CC survey. (Jul 2018)
- Sponsored bill for background checks for private transfers. (Mar 2021)
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Mark Sanford on Gun Control
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| Republican SC Governor; previously Representative (SC-1); GOP Presidential Challenger (withdrawn) |
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- Voted NO on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
- National cross-state standard for concealed carry. (Jan 2009)
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Howard Schultz on Gun Control
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| Starbucks CEO; independent candidate for President until July 2019 |
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- Honor Second Amendment but enact sensible gun laws. (Feb 2019)
- False choice between gun ban and unlimited gun ownership. (Feb 2019)
- 2013: Requested customers not bring guns to Starbucks. (Sep 2013)
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Tom Steyer on Gun Control
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| Democratic Presidential Challenger; CEO |
Click here for 6 full quotes by Tom Steyer
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- We license car-owners; we should license gun-owners. (Feb 2020)
- Gun violence is a public health epidemic. (Feb 2020)
- I will declare gun violence a public health epidemic. (Nov 2019)
- Sympathy for gun control measures. (Jul 2019)
- Register young voters to push for gun reform now. (Jul 2019)
- Targets youth voter registration for pro gun control votes. (Feb 2018)
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Donald Trump on Gun Control
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| 2016 Republican incumbent President; 2000 Reform Primary Challenger for President |
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- Remove weapons from dangerous individuals, not all Americans. (Mar 2018)
- Arm public school employees to prevent school shootings. (Mar 2018)
- Opposes arming school teachers against school shootings. (Mar 2018)
- Teachers with gun training should be allowed to carry. (Feb 2018)
- End gun-free zones in schools & military bases. (Jan 2017)
- We need Supreme Court to stand up for the 2nd Amendment. (Oct 2016)
- Appoint Supreme Court judges who respect 2nd amendment. (Oct 2016)
- No guns for people on terrorist watch-list. (Sep 2016)
- Buying lots of ammunition & body armor should be a red flag. (Jun 2016)
- Mass shootings are due to a huge mental health problem. (Jan 2016)
- No limits on guns; they save lives. (Jan 2016)
- Keep enemies of the state away from guns. (Nov 2015)
- Make concealed-carry permits valid across all states. (Nov 2015)
- Gun-free zones are target practice for sickos. (Oct 2015)
- 1998: Against gun laws; only bad guys would have guns. (Oct 2015)
- Gun ownership makes US safer, not more dangerous. (Oct 2015)
- Mental health more important than gun control. (Oct 2015)
- Laws are ineffective in preventing gun violence. (Oct 2015)
- Gun violence is inevitable; regulations won't help. (Oct 2015)
- Protect the Second Amendment, but address mental health. (Sep 2015)
- Take guns from good people & bad people have target practice. (Jul 2015)
- A very strong person on the Second Amendment. (Jun 2015)
- I am against gun control. (Feb 2011)
- Dems and Reps are both wrong on guns. (Jul 2000)
- For assault weapon ban, waiting period, & background check. (Jul 2000)
- Opposes restrictions on right to bear arms. (Nov 2016)
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Jesse Ventura on Gun Control
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| Former Independent MN Governor; possible Presidential Challenger |
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- It's up to gun owners to ensure their weapons aren't misused. (Mar 2001)
- Gun responsibility goes with gun rights. (Jul 2000)
- Guns are designed to kill; respect them. (Jan 1999)
- If you’re going to own a gun, know what you’re doing. (Jan 1999)
- Concealed weapons OK if you can pass safety exam. (Nov 1998)
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Arvin Vohra on Gun Control
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| Libertarian candidate for President; Libertarian Party Vice-Chair |
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- Purpose of guns are to keep government as our servant. (Mar 2018)
- Remove all gun ownership restrictions. (Dec 2017)
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Joe Walsh on Gun Control
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| Republican presidential primary challenger (former IL Rep.) |
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- Kinderguardian satire: "Happy shooting, kids". (Oct 2019)
- Arm school employees to prevent school shootings. (Sep 2019)
- Federal background check at gun shows and online. (Sep 2019)
- Purpose of Second Amendment is protection against tyranny. (Oct 2016)
- Fast and Furious: an attack on gun owners & gun dealers. (Oct 2011)
- Supports right to own hand guns & to carry concealed weapons. (Nov 2010)
- Rated 93% by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun rights voting record. (Aug 2010)
- Loosen restrictions on interstate gun purchases. (Oct 2011)
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Elizabeth Warren on Gun Control
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| Massachusetts Senator; former head of CFPB; Dem. Presidential Challenger |
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- Treat gun violence as the public health emergency it is. (Feb 2020)
- Approach gun violence as a public health emergency. (Feb 2020)
- Lethality of guns makes more suicides & domestic violence. (Feb 2020)
- Multiple solutions to gun deaths, like with highway deaths. (Feb 2020)
- Repeal filibuster or gun industry will veto any gun laws. (Oct 2019)
- People support gun control but Congress is corrupt. (Sep 2019)
- Seven kids will die today from guns: treat it as emergency. (Jun 2019)
- Sensible gun laws have to be at federal level, not state. (Mar 2019)
- Huge difference between sportsmen's guns and assault weapons. (Nov 2014)
- Handguns kill 8 kids a day; why don't we mobilize? (Apr 2014)
- Extend the federal assault weapons ban. (Jul 2012)
- Supports gun control. (Aug 2011)
- Voted YES on banning high-capacity magazines of over 10 bullets. (Apr 2013)
- Supports restricting the Second Amendment. (Oct 2012)
- Ban large-capacity ammunition. (Jan 2013)
- Co-sponsored background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
- Sponsored bill for background checks for private transfers. (Mar 2021)
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Bill Weld on Gun Control
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| Libertarian Party nominee for Vice Pres.; former GOP MA Governor; 2020 GOP Presidential Challenger |
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- 1990s: supported assault weapons bans. (Sep 2019)
- Now Libertarian, changed position to opposing gun control. (May 2016)
- 2nd Amendment right s are individual rights. (May 2016)
- Supports gun control. (Aug 2005)
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Marianne Williamson on Gun Control
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| Author & Democratic Presidential Challenger |
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- In favor of a gun licensing program. (Jul 2019)
- I am not for messing with the Bill of Rights. (Jun 2019)
- Don't mess with the Bill of Rights. (Jun 2019)
- Gun laws are driven by profits of gun manufacturers. (Apr 2019)
- Ban assault rifles & bump stocks. (Apr 2019)
- Universal background checks including at gun shows. (Mar 2019)
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Andrew Yang on Gun Control
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| Democratic Presidential Challenger & Tech CEO |
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- Personalize guns so only the owner can fire it. (Feb 2020)
- Break stranglehold of NRA on Congress. (Feb 2020)
- Helping young males find their path will reduce gun violence. (Nov 2019)
- Would push for "personalized" guns, subsidize upgrading. (Aug 2019)
- Help gun owners "personalize" guns free of charge. (Aug 2019)
- Voluntary buyback, plus high-capacity magazine ban. (Jul 2019)
- Future without handguns is not reality. (Jun 2019)
- In the future, people will still own handguns. (Jun 2019)
- Treat guns the way we treat motor vehicles. (Apr 2019)
- Three-tier gun licensing for common-sense safety. (Mar 2019)
- Make gun manufacturers liable for mass shootings. (Feb 2019)
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