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Election 2000 Issues: Gun Control
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Which presidential candidate do you currently plan to vote for in the November election? (Candidates listed in alphabetical order.)

Harry Browne (Libertarian)
Pat Buchanan (Reform)
George W. Bush (Republican)
Al Gore (Democrat)
Dr. John Hagelin (Reform)
Ralph Nader (Green)
Howard Phillips (Constitution)
Other or Not Voting


Current Results

 
 


George W. Bush (Republican)

  • Would not propose additional gun control laws
  • Feels best policy is strong enforcement of existing laws
  • Trigger locks voluntary, but government should pay
  • Raise legal age to buy guns to 21

Al Gore (Democrat)

  • Favors nationwide gun registration
  • Mandatory trigger locks
  • For background checks at gun shows
  • Would "take on" the NRA as president

Harry Browne (Libertarian)

  • All gun control laws are unconstitutional
  • Repeal all existing gun laws
  • Armed homes are safe homes

Pat Buchanan (Reform)

  • Protect the 2nd Amendment
  • Gun crimes are no excuse for more laws

Dr. John Hagelin (Reform)

  • Favors more restrictions on purchase and use of firearms

Ralph Nader (Green)

  • Supports Brady Act and common sense gun laws (Trigger locks)

Howard Phillips (Constitution)

  • Repeal all gun control laws
  • Allow citizens to control guns without restriction

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