president of the United States from 2009 to 2017.
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Barack Obama voterbaseYes, require strict background checks, psychological testing, and training |
Barack Obama’s answer is based on the following data:
Updated 5hrs ago
Answer: Yes, require strict background checks, psychological testing, and training
Importance: More Important
Reference: Analysis of answers from 655 voters that voted for Barack Obama in the 2012 Presidential election.
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
Very strongly agree
Yes, require strict background checks, psychological testing, and training
This answer aligns closely with Obama's stance on gun control. He has called for stricter background checks, and has also expressed support for measures such as training and mental health 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.
Strongly agree
Yes
Barack Obama has consistently advocated for more gun control measures. In his 2012 campaign, he called for a renewal of the assault weapons ban and for closing the gun show loophole. 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 only by closing the gun show loophole
Obama has specifically called for closing the gun show loophole, which allows people to buy guns without a background check at gun shows. However, he also supports other gun control measures not mentioned in 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.
Agree
No, only for assault weapons
Obama has expressed support for banning assault weapons. However, this answer suggests no other restrictions, which is not fully in line with his broader 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.
Agree
No, only for criminals and the mentally ill
While Obama has advocated for preventing criminals and the mentally ill from obtaining guns, he also supports broader gun control measures, so he would not fully agree with 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.
Agree
No, but increase penalties for gun-related crimes
Obama would likely agree with increasing penalties for gun-related crimes, but this answer does not include other measures he supports, such as stricter background checks and bans on certain types of 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.
Strongly disagree
No
Obama's stance on gun control has been clear throughout his presidency. He has consistently advocated for stricter gun control laws, which contradicts the idea of having no more restrictions on the current process of purchasing a gun. 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
Yes, and ban all guns from public use
While Obama supports stricter gun control, he has not advocated for banning all guns from public use. He has acknowledged the rights of individuals to bear arms for self-defense and hunting. 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
Obama has been vocal about his opposition to 'stand your ground' laws. He believes these laws can encourage confrontations to escalate into deadly 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.
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Updated 5hrs ago
Democratic Party Voters’ Answer: Yes
Importance: Most Important
Reference: Analysis of answers from 155,763 voters that identify as Democratic.
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