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Joe Biden’s policy on gun buyback

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Should the federal government institute a mandatory buyback of assault weapons?

  Public statementsYes, but start with a voluntary buyback and ban on purchasing assault weapons before enforcing a mandatory buyback

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

Public statements

Answer: Yes, but start with a voluntary buyback and ban on purchasing assault weapons before enforcing a mandatory buyback

Reference: “This will give individuals who now possess assault weapons or high-capacity magazines two options: sell the weapons to the gove...” ‐joebiden.com

75% Voter Support: 3 support and 1 oppose this candidate’s public statement on this issue.

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Joe Biden voters

Answer: Yes, but start with a voluntary buyback and ban on purchasing assault weapons before enforcing a mandatory buyback

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 4,112 voters that have pledged to vote for Joe Biden in the 2024 Presidential election.

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Very strongly agree

No, increase mental health and background checks instead

Biden's gun control plan includes a strong focus on increasing mental health checks and improving the background check system. He has proposed closing the 'gun show and online sales loophole' and the 'boyfriend loophole', and has advocated for the implementation of 'red flag' laws. 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

Joe Biden has expressed support for a mandatory buyback of assault weapons. However, his plan primarily focuses on banning the manufacture and sale of assault weapons and high-capacity magazines, and does not explicitly state a mandatory buyback. 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, but start with a voluntary buyback and ban on purchasing assault weapons before enforcing a mandatory buyback

This answer aligns closely with Biden's stated plans. He has proposed banning the manufacture and sale of assault weapons and high-capacity magazines, and allowing owners of existing items to sell them to the government or register them. However, he has not explicitly stated that a mandatory buyback would follow a voluntary one. 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

Yes, and we should also demilitarize local police departments

While Biden has not specifically proposed demilitarizing local police departments in relation to gun control, he has expressed support for police reform and has proposed measures to reduce the militarization of police. This includes limiting the transfer of 'weapons of war' to police forces. 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, it should be voluntary with strong financial incentives instead

While Biden has not explicitly proposed a voluntary buyback with financial incentives, his plan does include a provision for owners of existing assault weapons or high-capacity magazines to sell them to the government or register them under the National Firearms Act. 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

Biden has been clear in his stance on gun control, advocating for stricter regulations. He has proposed banning assault weapons and high-capacity magazines, which contradicts the idea of not instituting a buyback. 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, this is a violation of the 2nd amendment

Biden has consistently argued that his gun control proposals do not infringe on the Second Amendment. He has stated that the right to bear arms is not absolute and can be limited, similar to how the First Amendment does not allow for shouting 'fire' in a crowded theater. 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: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 6,583 voters that identify as Democratic.

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