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Cory Booker on Gun Control
Mayor of Newark; N.J. Senator; 2020 presidential contender (withdrawn): Click here for 23 full quotes OR click here for Cory Booker on other issues.
  • More people die from gun violence than from wars. (Sep 2019)
  • More people die from gun violence than from wars. (Sep 2019)
  • More people die from gun violence than from wars. (Sep 2019)
  • Yes on red flag law, but nowhere near enough. (Aug 2019)
  • Tired of "thoughts and prayers"--this is personal. (Jun 2019)
  • We require licenses to drive; so require licenses for guns. (Jun 2019)
  • Evidence-based laws can lower gun violence. (Jun 2019)
  • As with civil rights, we can build coalitions for gun laws. (Jun 2019)
  • I'm bringing a fight against the corporate gun lobby. (Jun 2019)
  • Gun control works; refuse to believe it's not doable. (May 2019)
  • 14-part gun control plan, with criminal enforcement. (May 2019)
  • Supports national gun licensing every 5 years. (May 2019)
  • Consensus on common sense gun laws; ready to fight NRA. (Mar 2019)
  • Require background checks; ban assault weapons. (Feb 2019)
  • Failed to pass gun legislation after Orlando mass shooting. (Apr 2017)
  • Prohibit firearms to suspected terrorists. (Jun 2016)
  • $1,000 reward for tip on illegal weapons. (Feb 2016)
  • Common sense gun reform on day one. (Jul 2014)
  • More background checks & gun trace data. (Jul 2014)
  • Criminal gun runners shouldn't have Second Amendment rights. (Oct 2013)
  • Insane to carry concealed loaded weapons cross-state. (Oct 2011)
  • Coalition "Mayors Against Illegal Guns"; Keep state laws. (Oct 2011)
  • Co-sponsored background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
Barbara Buono on Gun Control
Democratic Challenger: Click here for 3 full quotes OR click here for Barbara Buono on other issues.
  • Criticizes pressure from gun rights advocates. (Oct 2013)
  • Ban 50-caliber weapons instead of just 60-caliber. (May 2013)
  • Restrict military grade and high capacity magazines. (Apr 2013)
Chris Christie on Gun Control
N.J. Governor; Republican Presidential candidate: Click here for 12 full quotes OR click here for Chris Christie on other issues.
  • Vetoed a statewide I.D. system for gun owners. (Jan 2016)
  • Executive Orders on guns isn't democracy; it's dictatorship. (Jan 2016)
  • Gun restrictions based on terror watchlists is a state issue. (Nov 2015)
  • Gun laws ineffective; focus on mental health. (Oct 2015)
  • Vetoed gun laws that were not about public safety. (Aug 2015)
  • Include mental health records in gun background checks. (Jun 2015)
  • Focus on violence control, not gun control. (Nov 2013)
  • Vetoed outright ban on Barrett .50 caliber rifle. (Oct 2013)
  • No criminalization of new classes of firearms. (Sep 2013)
  • We already have too many firearms in our community. (Jun 2012)
  • 2009: No right-to-carry cross-state reciprocity. (Jun 2012)
  • Favors gun control measures from law-enforcement perspective. (Jun 2012)
Jack Ciattarelli on Gun Control
Republican Challenger: Click here for 2 full quotes OR click here for Jack Ciattarelli on other issues.
  • No criminalization of all 50-caliber weapons. (Feb 2013)
  • Rated 57% by the NRA, indicating a mixed voting record on gun rights. (Dec 2017)
Kim Guadagno on Gun Control
Republican candidate for Governor: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Kim Guadagno on other issues.
  • Rated 93% by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun rights voting record. (Nov 2017)
Seth Kaper-Dale on Gun Control
Green Party candidate for New Jersey Governor: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Seth Kaper-Dale on other issues.
  • Supports gun control, but check laws for racial bias. (Aug 2017)
Phil Murphy on Gun Control
Democratic 2021 Gubernatorial contender: Click here for 4 full quotes OR click here for Phil Murphy on other issues.
  • Reduce maximum magazine size from 15 rounds to 10. (Apr 2018)
  • Gun violence epidemic is a public health crisis. (Jun 2017)
  • Sensible gun safety regulations: taxes & training. (Sep 2016)
  • States for Gun Safety: fill void left by no Federal policy. (Feb 2018)
Joe Rullo on Gun Control
Republican: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Joe Rullo on other issues.
  • Goal is concealed carry without justifiable need. (Jan 2017)
Hirsh Singh on Gun Control
Republican candidate for Governor: Click here for 3 full quotes OR click here for Hirsh Singh on other issues.
  • If they take AR-15 rifles, will cell phones be next? (Jun 2020)
  • Enact reciprocity between states to own & carry firearms. (Feb 2020)
  • Rated 86% by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun rights voting record. (Apr 2018)
Doug Steinhardt on Gun Control
Republican candidate for Governor 2022 (withdrew): Click here for Doug Steinhardt on other issues.
    No stance on record.
John Wisniewski on Gun Control
Democrat: Click here for the full quote OR click here for John Wisniewski on other issues.
  • Ban 50-caliber weapons instead of just 60-caliber. (Feb 2013)

Senate:

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Jeff Bell on Gun Control
Republican Senate challenger: Click here for 3 full quotes OR click here for Jeff Bell on other issues.
  • Opposes more gun restrictions. (Sep 2014)
  • Gun violence rooted in social breakdown, not gun ownership. (Jul 2014)
  • Debated who's most supportive of gun rights. (Jun 2014)
Cory Booker on Gun Control
Mayor of Newark; N.J. Senator; 2020 presidential contender (withdrawn): Click here for 23 full quotes OR click here for Cory Booker on other issues.
  • More people die from gun violence than from wars. (Sep 2019)
  • More people die from gun violence than from wars. (Sep 2019)
  • More people die from gun violence than from wars. (Sep 2019)
  • Yes on red flag law, but nowhere near enough. (Aug 2019)
  • Tired of "thoughts and prayers"--this is personal. (Jun 2019)
  • We require licenses to drive; so require licenses for guns. (Jun 2019)
  • Evidence-based laws can lower gun violence. (Jun 2019)
  • As with civil rights, we can build coalitions for gun laws. (Jun 2019)
  • I'm bringing a fight against the corporate gun lobby. (Jun 2019)
  • Gun control works; refuse to believe it's not doable. (May 2019)
  • 14-part gun control plan, with criminal enforcement. (May 2019)
  • Supports national gun licensing every 5 years. (May 2019)
  • Consensus on common sense gun laws; ready to fight NRA. (Mar 2019)
  • Require background checks; ban assault weapons. (Feb 2019)
  • Failed to pass gun legislation after Orlando mass shooting. (Apr 2017)
  • Prohibit firearms to suspected terrorists. (Jun 2016)
  • $1,000 reward for tip on illegal weapons. (Feb 2016)
  • Common sense gun reform on day one. (Jul 2014)
  • More background checks & gun trace data. (Jul 2014)
  • Criminal gun runners shouldn't have Second Amendment rights. (Oct 2013)
  • Insane to carry concealed loaded weapons cross-state. (Oct 2011)
  • Coalition "Mayors Against Illegal Guns"; Keep state laws. (Oct 2011)
  • Co-sponsored background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
Jeff Chiesa on Gun Control
Republican Appointee: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Jeff Chiesa on other issues.
  • Oppose the United Nations' Arms Trade Treaty. (Sep 2013)
Rush Holt on Gun Control
Democratic Representative (NJ-12): Click here for 9 full quotes OR click here for Rush Holt on other issues.
  • Voted NO on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
  • Voted NO on prohibiting suing gunmakers & sellers for gun misuse. (Apr 2003)
  • Voted NO on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
  • Prevent unauthorized firearm use with "smart gun" technology. (Aug 2000)
  • Rated F by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Dec 2003)
  • Close the Gun Show Loophole; restrict show sales. (May 2009)
  • Ban "fire sale" of firearms after delicensing closure. (Jan 2013)
  • Ban large-capacity ammunition. (Jan 2013)
  • Stricter regulation on gun show firearm sales. (Jan 2013)
Bob Hugin on Gun Control
Republican candidate for New Jersey U. S. Senator: Click here for 2 full quotes OR click here for Bob Hugin on other issues.
  • Expanded background checks; bar people with mental illnesses. (Oct 2018)
  • Restrict right to bear arms, according to CC survey. (Jul 2018)
Steve Lonegan on Gun Control
Republican Senate Challenger: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Steve Lonegan on other issues.
  • Supports individual right to keep and bear arms. (Jan 2014)
Rik Mehta on Gun Control
Republican Senate Nominee: Click here for 2 full quotes OR click here for Rik Mehta on other issues.
  • Never back down from defending the 2nd Amendment. (Mar 2020)
  • Limit gun rights, according to CC survey. (Sep 2020)
Stuart Meissner on Gun Control
Republican Senate challenger: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Stuart Meissner on other issues.
  • Supports 2nd Amendment, background checks. (Jan 2020)
Robert Menendez on Gun Control
Democratic Jr Senator; previously Representative (NJ-13): Click here for 13 full quotes OR click here for Robert Menendez on other issues.
  • Universal background checks & assault weapons ban. (Oct 2018)
  • Additional controls on handguns and rifles. (Sep 2006)
  • Voted YES on banning high-capacity magazines of over 10 bullets. (Apr 2013)
  • Voted NO on allowing firearms in checked baggage on Amtrak trains. (Apr 2009)
  • Voted NO on prohibiting foreign & UN aid that restricts US gun ownership. (Sep 2007)
  • Voted NO on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
  • Voted NO on prohibiting suing gunmakers & sellers for gun misuse. (Apr 2003)
  • Voted NO on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
  • Rated F by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Dec 2003)
  • Close the Gun Show Loophole; restrict show sales. (May 2009)
  • Ban large-capacity ammunition. (Jan 2013)
  • Restrict right to bear arms, according to CC survey. (Jul 2018)
  • Co-sponsored background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
Frank Pallone on Gun Control
Democratic Representative (NJ-6): Click here for 8 full quotes OR click here for Frank Pallone on other issues.
  • Voted NO on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
  • Voted NO on prohibiting suing gunmakers & sellers for gun misuse. (Apr 2003)
  • Voted NO on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
  • Rated F by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Dec 2003)
  • Close the Gun Show Loophole; restrict show sales. (May 2009)
  • Ban large-capacity ammunition. (Jan 2013)
  • Stricter regulation on gun show firearm sales. (Jan 2013)
  • Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
Rich Pezzullo on Gun Control
Republican candidate for U. S. Senator (withdrew): Click here for 2 full quotes OR click here for Rich Pezzullo on other issues.
  • Opposes new federal gun laws; high marks from NRA. (Jan 2018)
  • More conservative justices on federal bench. (Jan 2018)
Murray Sabrin on Gun Control
Republican Senate challenger: Click here for 2 full quotes OR click here for Murray Sabrin on other issues.
  • Opposes more gun restrictions. (Jul 2014)
  • Support concealed carry: We are defenseless outside home. (Mar 2014)
Hirsh Singh on Gun Control
Republican 2020 Senate Challenger: Click here for 3 full quotes OR click here for Hirsh Singh on other issues.
  • If they take AR-15 rifles, will cell phones be next? (Jun 2020)
  • Enact reciprocity between states to own & carry firearms. (Feb 2020)
  • Rated 86% by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun rights voting record. (Apr 2018)

House:


Bonnie Watson Coleman on Gun Control
Democratic House Member (District 12): Click here for 3 full quotes OR click here for Bonnie Watson Coleman on other issues.
  • Supports licensing; background checks; and safety locks. (Nov 2005)
  • Supports restricting guns, according to PVS rating. (Sep 2014)
  • Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
Rodney Frelinghuysen on Gun Control
Republican Representative (NJ-11): Click here for 4 full quotes OR click here for Rodney Frelinghuysen on other issues.
  • Voted YES on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
  • Voted YES on prohibiting suing gunmakers & sellers for gun misuse. (Apr 2003)
  • Voted NO on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
  • Rated D by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Dec 2003)
Scott Garrett on Gun Control
Republican Representative (NJ-5): Click here for 11 full quotes OR click here for Scott Garrett on other issues.
  • Voted YES on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
  • Voted YES on prohibiting suing gunmakers & sellers for gun misuse. (Apr 2003)
  • Support the Second Amendment . (Dec 2000)
  • Rated A by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun rights voting record. (Dec 2003)
  • National cross-state standard for concealed carry. (Jan 2009)
  • Teach kids Eddie Eagle GunSafe's lifesaving message. (May 2010)
  • Loosen restrictions on interstate gun purchases. (Oct 2011)
  • Allow veterans to register unlicensed guns acquired abroad. (Apr 2011)
  • Opposes restrictions on right to bear arms. (Nov 2016)
  • Ban gun registration & trigger lock law in Washington DC. (Mar 2007)
  • Apply concealed carry permit to all other states where legal. (Feb 2009)
Josh Gottheimer on Gun Control
Democrat (District 5): Click here for 3 full quotes OR click here for Josh Gottheimer on other issues.
  • Supports restrictions on right to bear arms. (Nov 2016)
  • Supports gun-control legislation. (Nov 2016)
  • Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
Andy Kim on Gun Control
Democrat (District 3): Click here for 3 full quotes OR click here for Andy Kim on other issues.
Leonard Lance on Gun Control
Republican (District 7): Click here for the full quote OR click here for Leonard Lance on other issues.
  • Allow veterans to register unlicensed guns acquired abroad. (Jun 2012)
Frank LoBiondo on Gun Control
Republican Representative (NJ-2): Click here for 5 full quotes OR click here for Frank LoBiondo on other issues.
  • Voted YES on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
  • Voted YES on prohibiting suing gunmakers & sellers for gun misuse. (Apr 2003)
  • Voted YES on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
  • Rated A- by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun rights voting record. (Dec 2003)
  • Allow veterans to register unlicensed guns acquired abroad. (May 2012)
Tom MacArthur on Gun Control
Republican House Member (District 3): Click here for 3 full quotes OR click here for Tom MacArthur on other issues.
  • Defend right of law-abiding citizens to protect themselves. (Nov 2014)
  • Opposes restricting guns, according to Faith2Action. (Jul 2014)
  • Opposes restricting guns, according to PVS rating. (Sep 2014)
Tom Malinowski on Gun Control
Democrat (District 7): Click here for 4 full quotes OR click here for Tom Malinowski on other issues.
  • Regulate guns and ammunition to protect citizens. (May 2019)
  • Restrict right to bear arms, according to CC survey. (Jul 2018)
  • Support gun-control, according to PVS survey. (Aug 2018)
  • Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
Robert Menendez on Gun Control
Democratic Jr Senator; previously Representative (NJ-13): Click here for 13 full quotes OR click here for Robert Menendez on other issues.
  • Universal background checks & assault weapons ban. (Oct 2018)
  • Additional controls on handguns and rifles. (Sep 2006)
  • Voted YES on banning high-capacity magazines of over 10 bullets. (Apr 2013)
  • Voted NO on allowing firearms in checked baggage on Amtrak trains. (Apr 2009)
  • Voted NO on prohibiting foreign & UN aid that restricts US gun ownership. (Sep 2007)
  • Voted NO on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
  • Voted NO on prohibiting suing gunmakers & sellers for gun misuse. (Apr 2003)
  • Voted NO on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
  • Rated F by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Dec 2003)
  • Close the Gun Show Loophole; restrict show sales. (May 2009)
  • Ban large-capacity ammunition. (Jan 2013)
  • Restrict right to bear arms, according to CC survey. (Jul 2018)
  • Co-sponsored background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
Donald Norcross on Gun Control
Democratic House Member (District 1): Click here for 4 full quotes OR click here for Donald Norcross on other issues.
  • Mental health background checks for gun permits. (Nov 2014)
  • Supports restricting guns, according to Faith2Action. (Jul 2014)
  • Supports restricting guns, according to PVS rating. (Sep 2014)
  • Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
Frank Pallone on Gun Control
Democratic Representative (NJ-6): Click here for 8 full quotes OR click here for Frank Pallone on other issues.
  • Voted NO on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
  • Voted NO on prohibiting suing gunmakers & sellers for gun misuse. (Apr 2003)
  • Voted NO on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
  • Rated F by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Dec 2003)
  • Close the Gun Show Loophole; restrict show sales. (May 2009)
  • Ban large-capacity ammunition. (Jan 2013)
  • Stricter regulation on gun show firearm sales. (Jan 2013)
  • Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
Bill Pascrell on Gun Control
Democratic Representative (NJ-8): Click here for 7 full quotes OR click here for Bill Pascrell on other issues.
  • Voted NO on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
  • Voted NO on prohibiting suing gunmakers & sellers for gun misuse. (Apr 2003)
  • Voted NO on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
  • Rated F by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Dec 2003)
  • Close the Gun Show Loophole; restrict show sales. (May 2009)
  • Ban "fire sale" of firearms after delicensing closure. (Feb 2013)
  • Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
Donald Payne Jr. on Gun Control
Democrat (District 10): Click here for the full quote OR click here for Donald Payne Jr. on other issues.
  • Repeal "stand-your-ground" laws. (Jul 2013)
Mikie Sherrill on Gun Control
Democrat (District 11): Click here for 4 full quotes OR click here for Mikie Sherrill on other issues.
  • Supports universal criminal background checks. (Apr 2020)
  • Restrict right to bear arms, according to CC survey. (Jul 2018)
  • Support gun-control, according to PVS survey. (Aug 2018)
  • Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
Albio Sires on Gun Control
Democrat: Click here for 2 full quotes OR click here for Albio Sires on other issues.
  • Close the Gun Show Loophole; restrict show sales. (May 2009)
  • Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
Christopher Smith on Gun Control
Republican Representative (NJ-4): Click here for 6 full quotes OR click here for Christopher Smith on other issues.
  • Voted YES on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
  • Voted YES on prohibiting suing gunmakers & sellers for gun misuse. (Apr 2003)
  • Voted NO on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
  • Rated D+ by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Dec 2003)
  • Close the Gun Show Loophole; restrict show sales. (May 2009)
  • Allow veterans to register unlicensed guns acquired abroad. (Jul 2011)
Jeff Van Drew on Gun Control
Democrat (District 2): Click here for 2 full quotes OR click here for Jeff Van Drew on other issues.
  • Support gun-control, according to PVS survey. (Aug 2018)
  • Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)

Former candidates & officeholders:


Richard Codey on Gun Control
Democratic NJ Governor: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Richard Codey on other issues.
  • Ban 50-caliber weapons instead of just 60-caliber. (May 2013)
Jon Corzine on Gun Control
Democratic Jr Senator (NJ): Click here for 3 full quotes OR click here for Jon Corzine on other issues.
  • Opposes absolute right to gun ownership. (Sep 2000)
  • Voted NO on prohibiting lawsuits against gun manufacturers. (Jul 2005)
  • Voted NO on banning lawsuits against gun manufacturers for gun violence. (Mar 2004)
Chris Daggett on Gun Control
Independent Challenger (2009): Click here for Chris Daggett on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Steve Fulop on Gun Control
Democratic 2017 Gubernatorial candidate: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Steve Fulop on other issues.
  • Reward "socially responsible" gun distributors. (Oct 2014)
Ray Lesniak on Gun Control
Democratic 2017 Gubernatorial candidate: Click here for 3 full quotes OR click here for Ray Lesniak on other issues.
  • Buy police weapons from socially responsible gun sellers. (Nov 2015)
  • Ban 50-caliber weapons instead of just 60-caliber. (May 2013)
  • Ban 50-caliber bullets & assault weapons. ()
Christie Todd Whitman-Gov on Gun Control
Former Democratic Governor (1994-2000): Click here for Christie Todd Whitman-Gov on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Rob Andrews on Gun Control
Democratic Representative (NJ-1): Click here for 5 full quotes OR click here for Rob Andrews on other issues.
  • Voted NO on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
  • Voted NO on prohibiting suing gunmakers & sellers for gun misuse. (Apr 2003)
  • Voted NO on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
  • Rated F by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Dec 2003)
  • Close the Gun Show Loophole; restrict show sales. (May 2009)
Rush Holt on Gun Control
Democratic Representative (NJ-12): Click here for 9 full quotes OR click here for Rush Holt on other issues.
  • Voted NO on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
  • Voted NO on prohibiting suing gunmakers & sellers for gun misuse. (Apr 2003)
  • Voted NO on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
  • Prevent unauthorized firearm use with "smart gun" technology. (Aug 2000)
  • Rated F by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Dec 2003)
  • Close the Gun Show Loophole; restrict show sales. (May 2009)
  • Ban "fire sale" of firearms after delicensing closure. (Jan 2013)
  • Ban large-capacity ammunition. (Jan 2013)
  • Stricter regulation on gun show firearm sales. (Jan 2013)
Jon Runyan on Gun Control
Republican (retiring 2014) (District 3): Click here for 3 full quotes OR click here for Jon Runyan on other issues.
  • Always stand up for the rights of hunters & shooters. (Nov 2010)
  • Opposes restricting gun purchase & possession. (Nov 2010)
  • Allow veterans to register unlicensed guns acquired abroad. (May 2011)
Donny DiFrancesco on Gun Control
Former Republican Governor (2001): Click here for 2 full quotes OR click here for Donny DiFrancesco on other issues.
  • No gun permits until age 21; require ballistics ID. (Dec 2000)
  • Prosecute gun crimes more; restrict future sales more. (Dec 2000)
Thomas Kean on Gun Control
Former Republican Governor (1982-1989): Click here for Thomas Kean on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Jim McGreevey on Gun Control
Former Democratic Governor (2002-2004): Click here for the full quote OR click here for Jim McGreevey on other issues.
  • Maintain New Jersey’s tough gun laws. (Oct 2001)
Bret Schundler on Gun Control
Republican 2000 Candidate: Click here for 2 full quotes OR click here for Bret Schundler on other issues.
  • Opposes gun control. (Jun 2001)
  • Looser gun laws; allow concealed carry. (Jun 2001)
Bill Bradley on Gun Control
2000 Democratic Primary Challenger for President: Click here for 15 full quotes OR click here for Bill Bradley on other issues.
  • Money determines gun laws instead of child safety. (Aug 2000)
  • Beating the NRA must come from concerted leadership. (Mar 2000)
  • Tough gun laws & tough leadership to stop child tragedies. (Mar 2000)
  • Gore was a conservative Congressman who voted with NRA. (Feb 2000)
  • Register and license all handguns. (Feb 2000)
  • Ban gun sales in residential neighborhoods. (Feb 2000)
  • Register and license all handguns. (Jan 2000)
  • Register & license all 65 million handguns. (Jan 2000)
  • Gun control leads to safe schools. (Dec 1999)
  • Stand up to the NRA. (Sep 1999)
  • Ban Saturday Night Specials; plus other “common-sense”. (Aug 1999)
  • For registration & licensing; against freely re-selling. (Aug 1999)
  • Ban inexpensive “junk” handguns. (Jun 1999)
  • Register guns; limit buyers to one per month. (Jun 1999)
Douglas Forrester on Gun Control
2002 Republican Challenger for Senate (NJ): Click here for Douglas Forrester on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Bob Torricelli on Gun Control
Former Democratic Senator: Click here for 4 full quotes OR click here for Bob Torricelli on other issues.
  • Voted YES on background checks at gun shows. (May 1999)
  • Voted NO on more penalties for gun & drug violations. (May 1999)
  • Voted NO on loosening license & background checks at gun shows. (May 1999)
  • Voted NO on maintaining current law: guns sold without trigger locks. (Jul 1998)
John Adler on Gun Control
Democrat (until 2010) (District 3): Click here for John Adler on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Rob Andrews on Gun Control
Democratic Representative (NJ-1): Click here for 5 full quotes OR click here for Rob Andrews on other issues.
  • Voted NO on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
  • Voted NO on prohibiting suing gunmakers & sellers for gun misuse. (Apr 2003)
  • Voted NO on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
  • Rated F by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Dec 2003)
  • Close the Gun Show Loophole; restrict show sales. (May 2009)
Richard Codey on Gun Control
Democratic NJ Governor: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Richard Codey on other issues.
  • Ban 50-caliber weapons instead of just 60-caliber. (May 2013)
Jon Corzine on Gun Control
Democratic Jr Senator (NJ): Click here for 3 full quotes OR click here for Jon Corzine on other issues.
  • Opposes absolute right to gun ownership. (Sep 2000)
  • Voted NO on prohibiting lawsuits against gun manufacturers. (Jul 2005)
  • Voted NO on banning lawsuits against gun manufacturers for gun violence. (Mar 2004)
Anne Evans Estabrook on Gun Control
Republican Senate Challenger: Click here for Anne Evans Estabrook on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Mike Ferguson on Gun Control
Republican Representative (NJ-7): Click here for 3 full quotes OR click here for Mike Ferguson on other issues.
  • Voted YES on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
  • Voted YES on prohibiting suing gunmakers & sellers for gun misuse. (Apr 2003)
  • Rated F by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Dec 2003)
Robert Franks on Gun Control
Republican (District 7): Click here for the full quote OR click here for Robert Franks on other issues.
  • Voted YES on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
Thomas Kean Jr. on Gun Control
Republican challenger: Click here for 3 full quotes OR click here for Thomas Kean Jr. on other issues.
  • No criminalization of all 50-caliber weapons. (May 2013)
  • Uphold our current firearm laws. (Sep 2006)
  • Rated “F” by Association of New Jersey Rifle & Pistol Clubs. (Jan 2003)
Frank Lautenberg on Gun Control
Democratic Sr Senator (NJ): Click here for 12 full quotes OR click here for Frank Lautenberg on other issues.
  • No guns for domestic abusers. (Aug 2008)
  • Voted YES on banning high-capacity magazines of over 10 bullets. (Apr 2013)
  • Voted NO on allowing firearms in checked baggage on Amtrak trains. (Apr 2009)
  • Voted NO on prohibiting foreign & UN aid that restricts US gun ownership. (Sep 2007)
  • Voted NO on prohibiting lawsuits against gun manufacturers. (Jul 2005)
  • Voted NO on banning lawsuits against gun manufacturers for gun violence. (Mar 2004)
  • Voted YES on background checks at gun shows. (May 1999)
  • Voted NO on more penalties for gun & drug violations. (May 1999)
  • Voted NO on loosening license & background checks at gun shows. (May 1999)
  • Voted NO on maintaining current law: guns sold without trigger locks. (Jul 1998)
  • Sponsored bill to close the Gun Show Loophole. (May 2009)
  • Sponsored banning large-capacity ammunition. (Jan 2013)
Ian Linker on Gun Control
Former Republican Primary Challenger (2012): Click here for the full quote OR click here for Ian Linker on other issues.
  • Don't erode our Second Amendment rights. (Jun 2011)
Bill Pascrell on Gun Control
Democratic Representative (NJ-8): Click here for 7 full quotes OR click here for Bill Pascrell on other issues.
  • Voted NO on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
  • Voted NO on prohibiting suing gunmakers & sellers for gun misuse. (Apr 2003)
  • Voted NO on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
  • Rated F by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Dec 2003)
  • Close the Gun Show Loophole; restrict show sales. (May 2009)
  • Ban "fire sale" of firearms after delicensing closure. (Feb 2013)
  • Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
Donald Payne on Gun Control
Democratic Representative (NJ-10): Click here for 7 full quotes OR click here for Donald Payne on other issues.
  • Voted NO on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
  • Voted NO on prohibiting suing gunmakers & sellers for gun misuse. (Apr 2003)
  • Voted NO on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
  • Rated F by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Dec 2003)
  • Close the Gun Show Loophole; restrict show sales. (May 2009)
  • Ban large-capacity ammunition. (Jan 2013)
  • Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
Donald Payne on Gun Control
Democratic Representative (NJ-10): Click here for 7 full quotes OR click here for Donald Payne on other issues.
  • Voted NO on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
  • Voted NO on prohibiting suing gunmakers & sellers for gun misuse. (Apr 2003)
  • Voted NO on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
  • Rated F by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Dec 2003)
  • Close the Gun Show Loophole; restrict show sales. (May 2009)
  • Ban large-capacity ammunition. (Jan 2013)
  • Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
Joe Pennacchio on Gun Control
Republican challenger: Click here for Joe Pennacchio on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Marge Roukema on Gun Control
Republican (District 5): Click here for the full quote OR click here for Marge Roukema on other issues.
  • Voted NO on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
Jim Saxton on Gun Control
Republican Representative (NJ-3): Click here for 4 full quotes OR click here for Jim Saxton on other issues.
  • Voted YES on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
  • Voted YES on prohibiting suing gunmakers & sellers for gun misuse. (Apr 2003)
  • Voted YES on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
  • Rated B+ by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun rights voting record. (Dec 2003)
Gwen Diakos on Gun Control
Independent Challenger: Click here for Gwen Diakos on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Thomas Kean Jr. on Gun Control
Republican challenger: Click here for 3 full quotes OR click here for Thomas Kean Jr. on other issues.
  • No criminalization of all 50-caliber weapons. (May 2013)
  • Uphold our current firearm laws. (Sep 2006)
  • Rated “F” by Association of New Jersey Rifle & Pistol Clubs. (Jan 2003)
Joe Kyrillos on Gun Control
Republican Challenger: Click here for 2 full quotes OR click here for Joe Kyrillos on other issues.
  • No criminalization of all 50-caliber weapons. (May 2013)
  • Restrict gun purchases; no concealed carry. (Nov 2011)
Rik Mehta on Gun Control
Republican (District 7): Click here for 2 full quotes OR click here for Rik Mehta on other issues.
  • Never back down from defending the 2nd Amendment. (Mar 2020)
  • Limit gun rights, according to CC survey. (Sep 2020)
Steven Rothman on Gun Control
Democratic Representative (NJ-9): Click here for 5 full quotes OR click here for Steven Rothman on other issues.
  • Voted NO on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
  • Voted NO on prohibiting suing gunmakers & sellers for gun misuse. (Apr 2003)
  • Voted NO on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
  • Rated F by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Dec 2003)
  • Close the Gun Show Loophole; restrict show sales. (May 2009)
Dick Zimmer on Gun Control
Republican Senate challenger: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Dick Zimmer on other issues.
  • Endorsed by the NRA in 1990 and 1992. (Oct 2006)

                                                                                                                                                                               
  


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