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Governor, Mayors and Pundits:
John B. King on Gun Control
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Rushern Baker on Gun Control
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Maya Cummings on Gun Control
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Democratic candidate for Maryland governor:
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- Focus on gun violence. (Oct 2017)
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John Delaney on Gun Control
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Democratic candidate for President; U.S. Rep from MD-6:
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- Ban assault weapons & all high-capacity accessories. (Jul 2019)
- I support the Second Amendment. (Jun 2019)
- Not an ideal world, so supports Second Amendment. (Jun 2019)
- Seek solutions to gun violence in schools. (May 2018)
- Supports restrictions on gun purchases. (Sep 2012)
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Robin Ficker on Gun Control
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| Republican candidate for Governor:
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Peter Franchot on Gun Control
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Democratic Gubernatorial Challenger :
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- Sponsored strict gun control legislation. (Feb 2021)
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Doug Gansler on Gun Control
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Larry Hogan on Gun Control
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Republican Maryland Governor; possible presidential contender:
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- Ban bump stocks and other rapid-trigger devices. (Jul 2018)
- Increase age of unsupervised access from 16 to 18. (Jul 2018)
- Tougher sentences for people who commit crimes with a gun. (Apr 2018)
- Instant background checks tied to the federal system. (Sep 2014)
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Ashwani Jain on Gun Control
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Ben Jealous on Gun Control
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Democratic candidate for governor of Maryland:
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- Universal background checks & gun courts. (Nov 2018)
- Wants governor to join multi-state coalition on gun control. (Feb 2018)
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Kelly M. Schulz on Gun Control
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| Republican challenger for Governor:
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Richard Madaleno on Gun Control
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Democratic candidate for governor of Maryland:
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- Ban assault weapons; ban bump stocks. (Jun 2018)
- Sponsored ban on guns on campus. (Mar 2017)
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Thomas Perez on Gun Control
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| Democratic Challenger for Governor:
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Shawn Quinn on Gun Control
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Libertarian candidate for governor:
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- Absolute right to gun ownership. (May 2018)
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Alec Ross on Gun Control
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| Democratic candidate for Governor:
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Senate:
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Tony Campbell on Gun Control
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| Republican candidate for Maryland U. S. Senator:
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Benjamin Cardin on Gun Control
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Democratic Jr Senator (MD):
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- 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 YES 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)
- Co-sponsored background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
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Richard Douglas on Gun Control
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| Republican Senate candidate:
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Donna Edwards on Gun Control
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Democratic Senate candidate:
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- Ban "fire sale" of firearms after delicensing closure. (Jan 2013)
- Repeal "stand-your-ground" laws. (Jul 2013)
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Sam Faddis on Gun Control
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| Republican Candidate for Maryland U.S. Senator:
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Margaret Flowers on Gun Control
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Green Senate candidate:
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- More background checks; more ammo limits; more regulations. (Sep 2016)
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Chelsea Manning on Gun Control
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| Democratic candidate for Maryland U.S. Senator:
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Michael Steele on Gun Control
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Republican challenger, Lt. Gov.:
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- No ban on guns; focus on enforcement instead. (Oct 2006)
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Kathy Szeliga on Gun Control
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Republican Senate candidate:
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- I believe in the right to bear arms. (Nov 2015)
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Chris Van Hollen on Gun Control
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Democratic Representative (MD-8):
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- Common sense measures like universal background checks. (Oct 2015)
- Voted NO on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
- Voted NO on prohibiting suing gunmakers & sellers for gun misuse. (Apr 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)
- Co-sponsored background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
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Arvin Vohra on Gun Control
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Libertarian candidate for President; Libertarian Party Vice-Chair:
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- Purpose of guns are to keep government as our servant. (Mar 2018)
- Remove all gun ownership restrictions. (Dec 2017)
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House:
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Anthony Brown on Gun Control
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Democrat (District 4):
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- Opposes gun-control legislation. (Nov 2016)
- Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
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Elijah Cummings on Gun Control
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Democratic Representative (MD-7):
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- 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)
- Repeal "stand-your-ground" laws. (Jul 2013)
- Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
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John Delaney on Gun Control
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Democratic candidate for President; U.S. Rep from MD-6:
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- Ban assault weapons & all high-capacity accessories. (Jul 2019)
- I support the Second Amendment. (Jun 2019)
- Not an ideal world, so supports Second Amendment. (Jun 2019)
- Seek solutions to gun violence in schools. (May 2018)
- Supports restrictions on gun purchases. (Sep 2012)
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Andy Harris on Gun Control
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Republican (District 1):
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- National cross-state standard for concealed carry. (Jan 2017)
- Opposes restrictions on the right to bear arms. (Aug 2010)
- Opposes restricting gun purchase & possession. (Nov 2010)
- Loosen restrictions on interstate gun purchases. (Oct 2011)
- Allow veterans to register unlicensed guns acquired abroad. (Jun 2011)
- Recognize heritage of hunting & shooting on federal lands. (Sep 2011)
- Rated Voted NO on background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
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Steny Hoyer on Gun Control
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Democratic Representative (MD-5):
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- 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)
- Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
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Jamie Raskin on Gun Control
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Democrat (District 8):
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- Ban assault weapons; plus fingerprint licensing system. (Nov 2016)
- Supports gun-control legislation. (Nov 2016)
- Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
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Dutch Ruppersberger on Gun Control
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Democratic Representative (MD-2):
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- Voted NO on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
- Voted NO on prohibiting suing gunmakers & sellers for gun misuse. (Apr 2003)
- Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
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John Sarbanes on Gun Control
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Democrat:
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- 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)
- Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
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David Trone on Gun Control
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Democrat (District 6):
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- Work with both parties to pass common sense gun control. (Oct 2018)
- Support gun-control, according to PVS survey. (Aug 2018)
- Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
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Former candidates & officeholders:
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Robert Ehrlich on Gun Control
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Republican Governor and Senate Challenger:
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- Voted YES on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
- Opposes restrictions on the right to bear arms. (Aug 2010)
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Martin O`Malley on Gun Control
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Democratic Presidential candidate:
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- FactCheck: Yes, ISIL made videos on buying assault weapons. (Dec 2015)
- We need more principle, not more polls. (Dec 2015)
- Baltimore was safer with my comprehensive gun safety law. (Nov 2015)
- Time to work together to crack down on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2015)
- The game is rigged in court, against gun victims. (Oct 2015)
- For national firearms registry, expanded background checks. (Oct 2015)
- A critic of the National Rifle Association. (Jun 2015)
- Ban assault weapons, limit clip size, & require fingerprints. (May 2015)
- Further toughen the enforcement of our gun laws. (Feb 2011)
- Prevent unauthorized firearm use with "smart gun" technology. (Aug 2000)
- Supports restrictions on the right to bear arms. (Aug 2010)
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Ian Schlakman on Gun Control
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Green Party candidate for President 2010:
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- No absolute right to gun ownership. (Aug 2018)
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Barbara Mikulski on Gun Control
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Democratic Sr Senator (MD):
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- 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 YES 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)
- Close the Gun Show Loophole; restrict show sales. (May 2009)
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Donna Edwards on Gun Control
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Democrat (retiring 2016) (District 4):
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- Ban "fire sale" of firearms after delicensing closure. (Jan 2013)
- Repeal "stand-your-ground" laws. (Jul 2013)
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Chris Van Hollen on Gun Control
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Democratic Representative (MD-8):
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- Common sense measures like universal background checks. (Oct 2015)
- Voted NO on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
- Voted NO on prohibiting suing gunmakers & sellers for gun misuse. (Apr 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)
- Co-sponsored background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
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Parris Glendening on Gun Control
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| Former Democratic Governor (1995-2002):
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Kathleen Kennedy Townsend on Gun Control
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E.J. Pipkin on Gun Control
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2004 former Republican challenger; previously state Senator:
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- Repeal gun laws and ban suing gunmakers. (Aug 2004)
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William Capps on Gun Control
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Former Republican Primary Challenger (2012):
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- Right to carry for all citizens except criminals & impaired. (Oct 2011)
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Robert Ehrlich on Gun Control
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Republican (District 2):
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- Voted YES on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
- Opposes restrictions on the right to bear arms. (Aug 2010)
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Wayne Gilchrest on Gun Control
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Republican Representative (MD-1):
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- 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 D- by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Dec 2003)
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Frank Kratovil on Gun Control
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Democrat (until 2010) (District 1):
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- Strong supporter of Second Amendment rights. (Nov 2008)
- National cross-state standard for concealed carry. (Jan 2009)
- Teach kids Eddie Eagle GunSafe's lifesaving message. (May 2010)
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Kweisi Mfume on Gun Control
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Democratic Senate Challenger (MD); previously U.S. Representative:
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- Supports ban on assault weapons and background checks. (May 2020)
- Ban assault weapons; ban gun sales to minors. (Nov 2004)
- Blacks are disproportionately affected by gun violence. (Feb 1999)
- Pro-gun control, according to PVS survey. (Sep 2020)
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Connie Morella on Gun Control
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Republican (District 8):
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- Voted NO on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
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Paul Sarbanes on Gun Control
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Democratic Sr Senator (MD):
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- 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)
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Corrogan Vaughn on Gun Control
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Republican Challenger:
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- Constitutional right to bear arms. (Aug 2007)
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Daniel Vovak on Gun Control
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Republican challenger:
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- Just read the Second Amendment. (Jan 2006)
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Eric Wargotz on Gun Control
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Former Republican Primary Challenger (2012):
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- Ardent supporter of second amendment; lifetime member of NRA. (Jul 2010)
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Albert Wynn on Gun Control
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Democratic Representative (MD-4):
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- 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)
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Kevin Zeese on Gun Control
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Green/ Libertarian/ Populist Challenger:
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- Supports the Second Amendment’s right to bear arms. (Jun 2006)
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Roscoe Bartlett on Gun Control
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Republican Representative (MD-6):
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- 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)
- Support the Second Amendment . (Dec 2000)
- Rated A by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun rights voting record. (Dec 2003)
- No United Nations taxation on firearms. (Sep 2003)
- Allow veterans to register unlicensed guns acquired abroad. (May 2011)
- Require video recording of every firearm test by ATF. (Jan 2011)
- Individual right to self-defense at home and as self-defense. (Jan 1999)
- Ban gun registration & trigger lock law in Washington DC. (Mar 2007)
- Allow reloading spent military small arms ammunition. (Apr 2009)
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Dan Bongino on Gun Control
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Republican Challenger:
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- Second Amendment is a fail-safe. (Feb 2012)
- Reduce restrictions on concealed carry permits. (Feb 2012)
- Opposes restricting the Second Amendment. (Oct 2012)
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Benjamin Cardin on Gun Control
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Democratic Jr Senator (MD):
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- 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 YES 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)
- Co-sponsored background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
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Kweisi Mfume on Gun Control
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Democratic Senate Challenger (MD); previously U.S. Representative:
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- Supports ban on assault weapons and background checks. (May 2020)
- Ban assault weapons; ban gun sales to minors. (Nov 2004)
- Blacks are disproportionately affected by gun violence. (Feb 1999)
- Pro-gun control, according to PVS survey. (Sep 2020)
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Rob Sobhani on Gun Control
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