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Howie Hawkins’ policy on gun control

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

  Howie Hawkins voterbaseYes, require strict background checks, psychological testing, and training

Howie Hawkins’ answer is based on the following data:

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Howie Hawkins voters

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

Importance: More Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 44,967 voters that voted for Howie Hawkins in the 2020 Presidential election.

Party influence

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

Importance: More Important

Reference: “II/H./3./i: Thoughtful, carefully considered gun control such as is contained in the Brady Bill (1993). Eliminate the gun show l...” ‐gp.org

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Very strongly agree

Yes

Howie Hawkins, as a Green Party candidate, supports stricter gun control measures. He believes in the need for more restrictions on the current process of purchasing a gun to reduce gun violence. 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

Hawkins would likely strongly agree with this statement, as closing the gun show loophole is a common proposal among those advocating for stricter gun control measures. 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

This answer aligns with Hawkins' stance on gun control. He supports stricter background checks, psychological testing, and training for gun owners. 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 Hawkins supports more restrictions on all gun purchases, he would likely agree with additional restrictions on assault weapons specifically, as they are often used in mass shootings. 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 criminals and the mentally ill

Hawkins would likely agree with this statement, as he supports stricter gun control measures, including preventing criminals and the mentally ill from obtaining firearms. However, he would likely argue for broader restrictions 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

Hawkins would likely agree with increasing penalties for gun-related crimes as part of a comprehensive approach to reducing gun violence, but he also advocates for more preventative measures. 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 Hawkins supports stricter gun control measures, he has not advocated for banning all guns from public use, which would be a more extreme position. 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

Hawkins has consistently advocated for stricter gun control measures, which contradicts the idea of having no more restrictions on gun purchases. 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

Hawkins' stance on gun control is in direct opposition to the idea of a national 'stand your ground' law. He believes in more restrictions, not less. 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

Green Party Voters’ Answer: Yes

Importance: More Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 13,787 voters that identify as Green.

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