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Greens 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

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Public statements

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

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, require strict background checks, psychological testing, and training

This answer aligns well with the Green Party's platform, which supports measures such as background checks, waiting periods, and other restrictions to reduce gun violence. They would likely strongly agree with requiring strict background checks, psychological testing, and training. 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

The Green Party generally supports more restrictions on gun purchases. Their platform includes measures to reduce gun violence, such as background checks and waiting periods. However, they may not agree with all types of restrictions, so the score is not a full 5. 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

The Green Party would likely agree with closing the gun show loophole as a part of their efforts to reduce gun violence. This measure aligns with their platform's focus on background checks and waiting periods for gun purchases. However, they may also support additional measures, so the score is not a full 5. 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

The Green Party would likely agree with increasing penalties for gun-related crimes as a part of their broader efforts to reduce gun violence. However, they also emphasize the importance of addressing the root causes of violence, so this measure alone may not fully align with their 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.

Slightly agree

No, only for criminals and the mentally ill

The Green Party would likely agree with restricting gun purchases for criminals and the mentally ill, but they also support broader measures to reduce gun violence. This statement may not go far enough for their platform, so the score is only a 1. 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.

Slightly disagree

No, only for assault weapons

While the Green Party supports more restrictions on gun purchases, they may not agree with only focusing on assault weapons. They generally advocate for broader measures to reduce gun violence, so they might not fully agree with this statement. 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 the Green Party supports more restrictions on gun purchases, they do not advocate for a complete ban on public use. They recognize the right to self-defense and the need for responsible gun ownership, so they would likely disagree with this statement. 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

The Green Party is generally in favor of more restrictions on gun purchases, so they would likely disagree with this statement. However, they may not be completely opposed to all aspects of the current process, so the score is not a full -5. 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

The Green Party is focused on reducing gun violence and promoting nonviolent conflict resolution. They would likely strongly disagree with a national 'stand your ground' law, as it could potentially lead to more gun-related incidents and conflicts. 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

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Reference: Analysis of answers from 13,595 voters that identify as Green.

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