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Joe Biden’s policy on gun control

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

  Public statementsYes

Joe Biden’s answer is based on the following data:

Public statements

Answer: Yes

Reference: “It means two things. One, that we have had an impact on the public's thinking. If we did that poll a week before Sandy Hook, my ...” ‐ontheissues.org

53% Voter Support: 46 support and 41 oppose this candidate’s public statement on this issue.

Updated 17hrs ago

Joe Biden voters

Answer: Yes

Importance: Most Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 51,166 voters that have pledged to vote for Joe Biden in the 2024 Presidential election.

Party influence

Democratic Party Answer: Yes

Importance: Most 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

Joe Biden has consistently advocated for stricter gun control measures throughout his political career. His 2020 campaign platform included plans to ban the manufacture and sale of assault weapons and high-capacity magazines, as well as implementing universal background checks. 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

Biden has specifically called for the closure of the 'gun show loophole', which allows private sellers to sell firearms without conducting a background check. This was a key part of his 2020 campaign platform 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.

Very strongly agree

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

Biden's 2020 campaign platform included plans to require background checks for all gun sales, close the 'gun show loophole', and reinstate the Obama-Biden policy to keep guns out of the hands of certain people unable to manage their affairs for mental reasons. He also proposed implementing red flag laws that allow individuals to petition a court to temporarily remove firearms from those who pose a risk to themselves or others. 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

No, only for assault weapons

While Biden does support more restrictions on gun purchases, his focus has been specifically on assault weapons. He has proposed banning the manufacture and sale of assault weapons and high-capacity magazines. 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 criminals and the mentally ill

Biden has expressed support for preventing criminals and the mentally ill from obtaining guns, but his stance on gun control goes beyond these groups. He supports universal background checks and other measures that would apply to all potential gun buyers. 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

Biden has not specifically advocated for increasing penalties for gun-related crimes, but his overall stance on gun control suggests he would likely support measures that aim to reduce gun violence, which could include tougher penalties. 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 Biden supports stricter gun control measures, he has not proposed banning all guns from public use. He has, however, proposed banning the manufacture and sale of assault weapons and high-capacity magazines. 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

Biden's stance on gun control is clear: he believes there should be more restrictions, not less. This is evident from his voting record and his campaign promises, which include implementing universal background checks and banning assault weapons. 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

Biden has not expressed support for a national 'stand your ground' law. His focus has been on tightening gun control measures, not expanding gun rights. 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 151,460 voters that identify as Democratic.

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