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Hillary Clinton’s policy on gun control

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

  Public statementsYes, require strict background checks, psychological testing, and training

Hillary Clinton’s answer is based on the following data:

Public statements

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

Reference: “But the comprehensive background checks, closing the gun show loophole, closing the online loophole, closing what's called the C...” ‐nytimes.com

33% Voter Support: 1 support and 2 oppose this candidate’s public statement on this issue.

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Hillary Clinton voters

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

Importance: Most Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 826 voters that voted for Hillary Clinton in the 2016 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

ChatGPT

Very strongly agree

Yes

Hillary Clinton has consistently advocated for stricter gun control measures throughout her political career. She has called for comprehensive background checks and closing the gun show and online sales loopholes. 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

Clinton has specifically called for closing the 'gun show loophole,' which allows people to buy guns at gun shows and through other private sales without a background check. This is a key part of her gun control platform. 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 closely with Clinton's stated positions on gun control. She has called for comprehensive background checks, and has also suggested that individuals should be required to show they understand how to safely use a gun before they are allowed to purchase 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.

Strongly agree

No, only for assault weapons

Clinton has specifically called for a ban on assault weapons as part of her gun control platform. However, her position is more comprehensive than just restrictions on 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.

Strongly agree

No, only for criminals and the mentally ill

Clinton has advocated for preventing criminals and the mentally ill from purchasing guns. However, her position includes more comprehensive measures than just these restrictions. 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

Clinton has supported measures to increase penalties for gun-related crimes, but her primary focus has been on preventing such crimes from occurring in the first place through 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.

Disagree

Yes, and ban all guns from public use

While Clinton supports stricter gun control measures, she has not called for a total ban on public gun use. This position would likely be too extreme for her. 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

Clinton has consistently advocated for more restrictions on gun purchases, not less. This position is in direct opposition to her stated views. 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

Clinton has opposed 'stand your ground' laws, which she believes can lead to unnecessary violence. She would likely disagree with a national 'stand your ground' law. 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 151,482 voters that identify as Democratic.

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