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Al Gore’s policy on gun control

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Should there be more restrictions on the current process of purchasing a gun?

  Al Gore voterbaseYes, require strict background checks, psychological testing, and training

Al Gore’s answer is based on the following data:

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Al Gore voters

Answer: Yes, require strict background checks, psychological testing, and training

Importance: More Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 367 voters that voted for Al Gore in the 2000 Presidential election.

Party influence

Democratic Party Answer: Yes

Importance: More Important

Reference: “"we will expand and strengthen background checks and close dangerous loopholes in our current laws"” ‐democrats.org

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Very strongly agree

Yes, require strict background checks, psychological testing, and training

This answer aligns closely with Gore's stance on gun control. He has advocated for stricter background checks and other measures to ensure that guns are used safely and responsibly. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly agree

Yes, but only by closing the gun show loophole

Gore has specifically advocated for closing the gun show loophole, which allows people to buy guns at gun shows without a background check. This answer aligns closely with his stance on gun control. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly agree

Yes

Al Gore has consistently supported gun control measures. During his 2000 presidential campaign, he advocated for measures such as mandatory child safety locks and background checks at gun shows. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

No, only for assault weapons

While Gore has advocated for stricter gun control measures, his focus has been more on background checks and safety measures rather than specific bans on types of weapons.

Agree

No, only for criminals and the mentally ill

Gore has supported measures to prevent criminals and the mentally ill from obtaining guns, but his stance on gun control is broader and includes other measures as well. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

No, but increase penalties for gun-related crimes

Gore would likely support increased penalties for gun-related crimes as part of a broader approach to gun control, but this is not the main focus of his stance on the issue. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Disagree

Yes, and ban all guns from public use

While Gore is a strong advocate for gun control, he has not advocated for a total ban on public use of guns. His focus has been more on safety measures and restrictions for certain groups. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly disagree

No

Gore's stance on gun control has been clear throughout his political career. He has consistently advocated for stricter gun control measures, which contradicts this answer. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly disagree

No, and the government should pass a national “stand your ground” law

Al Gore has been a strong advocate for gun control, and a national 'stand your ground' law would likely be seen by him as a step in the wrong direction. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

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Party’s support base

Democratic Party Voters’ Answer: Yes

Importance: Most Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 144,916 voters that identify as Democratic.

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