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Governor, Mayors and Pundits:
Daniel Biss on Gun Control
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Democratic candidate for Governor:
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- Support sensible gun laws. (Sep 2017)
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Jeanne Ives on Gun Control
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Chris Kennedy on Gun Control
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Democratic candidate for Governor:
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- Stricter gun laws in tandem with mental health care. (Sep 2017)
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Ameya Pawar on Gun Control
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Democratic candidate for Governor:
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- Require gun liability insurance. (Sep 2017)
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J.B. Pritzker on Gun Control
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Democratic candidate for Illinois Governor:
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- Enforce & enact commonsense gun laws. (Feb 2019)
- Supports 2nd Amendment AND the fight for gun safety. (Apr 2017)
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Pat Quinn on Gun Control
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Democratic Governor:
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- Comprehensive plan for gun safety & violence prevention. (Feb 2013)
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Bruce Rauner on Gun Control
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Republican Governor:
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- Restrict access for criminals/mentally ill; ban bump stocks. (Nov 2018)
- Crack down on out of state gun traffickers. (Jul 2017)
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Senate:
IL 2022: 2022 IL Governor's race
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Mark Curran on Gun Control
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Republican Senate challenger:
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- Absent amendment, many proposed laws unconstitutional. (Jan 2020)
- Focus on mental health & video games, not guns. (Aug 2019)
- Limit gun rights, according to CC survey. (Sep 2020)
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Tammy Duckworth on Gun Control
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Democratic Senate candidate:
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- Rated 7% by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Dec 2012)
- Supports restricting the Second Amendment. (Oct 2012)
- Co-sponsored background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
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Richard Durbin on Gun Control
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Democratic Sr Senator (IL):
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- Endorsed by Everytown for Gun Safety for gun-sense majority. (Jun 2020)
- 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)
- 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)
- Support tradition of hunting on wildlife refuges. (Aug 1994)
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Sharon Hansen on Gun Control
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Libertarian Challenger:
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- Opposes more gun restrictions. (Sep 2014)
- I am 100% pro second amendment. (Dec 2013)
- Gun violence increases proportionate to level of gun control. (Dec 2013)
- Don't bow down to money instead of our rights. (Oct 2013)
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Napoleon Harris on Gun Control
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Democratic Senate candidate:
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- No concealed carry on private property, unless posted. ()
- Ban 3D-printed handguns for personal use. ()
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Jim Oberweis on Gun Control
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Republican Senate Challenger:
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- Rated 83% by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun rights voting record. (Jan 2008)
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Anne Stava-Murray on Gun Control
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Democratic 2020 Senate Challenger:
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- Proactive legislation to crack down on reckless gun owners. (Oct 2018)
- We can reduce number of gun-related suicides. (Oct 2018)
- Rated 0% by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Aug 2010)
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Doug Truax on Gun Control
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Republican Senate Challenger (lost primary):
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- Hearings on "Stand Your Ground" laws don't address issue. (Nov 2013)
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Andrea Zopp on Gun Control
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Democratic Senate candidate:
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- Address gun law loopholes: background checks & more. (Dec 2015)
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Mike Bost on Gun Control
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Republican House Member (District 12):
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- Right to bear arms must be preserved and defended. (Nov 2014)
- More enforcement on laws on purchase and possession of guns. (Nov 2000)
- National cross-state standard for concealed carry. (Jan 2017)
- Opposes restricting right to bear arms. (Aug 2014)
- Opposes restricting guns, according to Faith2Action. (Jul 2014)
- Opposes restricting guns, according to PVS rating. (Sep 2014)
- Rated Voted NO on background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
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Cheri Bustos on Gun Control
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Democrat (District 17):
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- Protect access to public lands for hunting & shooting. (Nov 2012)
- Opposes restricting the Second Amendment. (Oct 2012)
- Opposes restrictions on gun purchases. (Sep 2012)
- Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
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Sean Casten on Gun Control
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Democrat (District 6):
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- Bring back the Assault Weapons Ban. (May 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)
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Danny Davis on Gun Control
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Democratic Representative (IL-7):
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- Voted NO on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
- 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)
- Repeal "stand-your-ground" laws. (Jul 2013)
- Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
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Rodney Davis on Gun Control
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Republican (District 13):
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- Unabashed supporter of our Second Amendment rights. (Oct 2012)
- National cross-state standard for concealed carry. (Jan 2017)
- Opposes restricting the Second Amendment. (Oct 2012)
- Rated Voted NO on background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
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Bob Dold on Gun Control
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Republican House Member (District 10):
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- Supports restricting gun purchase & possession. (Nov 2010)
- Opposes restricting right to bear arms. (Aug 2014)
- Opposes restrictions on right to bear arms. (Nov 2016)
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Bill Enyart on Gun Control
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Democrat (District 12):
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- Supports restrictions on gun purchases. (Sep 2012)
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Bill Foster on Gun Control
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Democrat:
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- Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
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Chuy Garcia on Gun Control
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Democrat (District 4):
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- Controls on guns are in the bounds of Constitution. (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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Luis Gutierrez on Gun Control
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Democratic Representative (IL-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)
- Close the Gun Show Loophole; restrict show sales. (May 2009)
- Ban "fire sale" of firearms after delicensing closure. (Jan 2013)
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Randy Hultgren on Gun Control
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Republican (District 14):
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- National cross-state standard for concealed carry. (Jan 2017)
- 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)
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Robin Kelly on Gun Control
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Democrat (District 2):
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- Sponsored repealing "stand-your-ground" laws. (Jul 2013)
- Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
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Adam Kinzinger on Gun Control
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Republican (District 16):
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- Strong supporter of the Second Amendment. (Nov 2010)
- National cross-state standard for concealed carry. (Jan 2017)
- Opposes restrictions on the right to bear arms. (Aug 2010)
- Loosen restrictions on interstate gun purchases. (Oct 2011)
- Allow veterans to register unlicensed guns acquired abroad. (Apr 2011)
- Interstate transportation of firearms is federally prote. (Jan 2015)
- Rated Voted NO on background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
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Raja Krishnamoorthi on Gun Control
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Democrat (District 8):
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- Common-sense gun laws, plus fund gun research. (Nov 2016)
- Expanded real-time background checks. (Nov 2016)
- Supports gun-control legislation. (Nov 2016)
- Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
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Darin LaHood on Gun Control
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Republican House Member (District 18):
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- Staunch advocate for 2nd Amendment and right to bear arms. (May 2015)
- Rated Voted NO on background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
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Dan Lipinski on Gun Control
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Democratic Representative (IL-3):
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- Voted NO on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
- Ban "fire sale" of firearms after delicensing closure. (Mar 2013)
- Stricter regulation on gun show firearm sales. (Mar 2013)
- Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
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Mike Quigley on Gun Control
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Democrat (District 5):
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- 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)
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Mel Reynolds on Gun Control
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Peter Roskam on Gun Control
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Bobby Rush on Gun Control
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Democratic Representative (IL-1):
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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)
- Repeal "stand-your-ground" laws. (Jul 2013)
- Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
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Jan Schakowsky on Gun Control
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Democratic Representative (IL-9):
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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 "fire sale" of firearms after delicensing closure. (Jan 2013)
- Ban large-capacity ammunition. (Jan 2013)
- Stricter regulation on gun show firearm sales. (Feb 2013)
- Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
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Brad Schneider on Gun Control
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Democrat (District 10):
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- Reinstate federal Assault Weapons Ban. (Nov 2012)
- Supports restricting the Second Amendment. (Oct 2012)
- Supports restrictions on gun purchases. (Sep 2012)
- Supports restrictions on right to bear arms. (Nov 2016)
- Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
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John Shimkus on Gun Control
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Republican Representative (IL-19):
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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 NO 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)
- National cross-state standard for concealed carry. (Jan 2009)
- Loosen restrictions on interstate gun purchases. (Oct 2011)
- Allow veterans to register unlicensed guns acquired abroad. (Jul 2011)
- Rated Voted NO on background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
- Ban gun registration & trigger lock law in Washington DC. (Mar 2007)
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Lauren Underwood on Gun Control
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Democrat (District 14):
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- Universal background checks; repeal Dickey Amendment. (May 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)
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Former candidates & officeholders:
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Rod Blagojevich on Gun Control
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Democratic IL Governor; previously Representative (IL-5):
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- Voted NO on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
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Joe Walsh on Gun Control
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Republican presidential primary challenger:
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- Kinderguardian satire: "Happy shooting, kids". (Oct 2019)
- Arm school employees to prevent school shootings. (Sep 2019)
- Federal background check at gun shows and online. (Sep 2019)
- Purpose of Second Amendment is protection against tyranny. (Oct 2016)
- Fast and Furious: an attack on gun owners & gun dealers. (Oct 2011)
- Supports right to own hand guns & to carry concealed weapons. (Nov 2010)
- Rated 93% by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun rights voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Loosen restrictions on interstate gun purchases. (Oct 2011)
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Tammy Duckworth on Gun Control
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Democrat (retiring 2016) (District 8):
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- Rated 7% by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Dec 2012)
- Supports restricting the Second Amendment. (Oct 2012)
- Co-sponsored background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
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Jesse Louis Jackson on Gun Control
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Democratic Representative (IL-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)
- 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)
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Bobby Schilling on Gun Control
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Republican challenger 2014 (District 17):
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- Elected officials must uphold Second Amendment. (Nov 2010)
- Opposes restrictions on the right to bear arms. (Aug 2010)
- Recognize heritage of hunting & shooting on federal lands. (Sep 2011)
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Aaron Schock on Gun Control
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Republican (resigned 2015) (District 18):
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- National cross-state standard for concealed carry. (Jan 2009)
- Teach kids Eddie Eagle GunSafe's lifesaving message. (May 2010)
- Allow veterans to register unlicensed guns acquired abroad. (Sep 2011)
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George Ryan on Gun Control
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Former Republican Governor (1999-2002):
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- Long-time supporter of gun control; more criminal penalties. (Nov 1999)
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James Thompson on Gun Control
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Philip Crane on Gun Control
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Republican (Until 2004) (District 8):
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- 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)
- No lawsuits against gun manufacturers. (Jan 2001)
- Rated A by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun rights voting record. (Dec 2003)
- No United Nations taxation on firearms. (Sep 2003)
- Individual right to self-defense at home and as self-defense. (Jan 1999)
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James Durkin on Gun Control
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Harris Fawell on Gun Control
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Peter Fitzgerald on Gun Control
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Former Republican incumbent; retired 2004:
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- 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)
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Mike Flanagan on Gun Control
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Denny Hastert on Gun Control
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Republican (Retired 2007) (District 14):
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- 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)
- Ban gun registration & trigger lock law in Washington DC. (Mar 2007)
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Alan Keyes on Gun Control
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American Independent nominee for President; 2004 Republican challenger for IL Senate:
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- Fiercely defend the Second Amendment. (Aug 2008)
- Gun control agenda mistrusts ordinary citizens. (Oct 2007)
- Fundamental DUTY of free citizens to keep & bear arms. (Oct 2007)
- Gun control mentality means crooks have all the guns. (Oct 2004)
- Second Amendment not about hunting, but about national duty. (Aug 2004)
- No federal role in gun safety-leave it to states & parents. (Jan 2000)
- Teach high school students to use guns. (Dec 1999)
- Columbine killers lacked moral development - not gun laws. (Jun 1999)
- Gun control is an outcome of godless materialism. (May 1999)
- Control people’s passions - not the things they use. (May 1999)
- Columbine killers lacked moral development - not gun laws. (May 1999)
- Against banning guns since that won’t end violence. (Jan 1999)
- Supports right to bear arms for all types and uses of guns. (Jan 1999)
- No bans on legal firearms; allow concealed carry. (Jul 1996)
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William Lipinski on Gun Control
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Democrat (Until 2004) (District 3):
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- 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 F by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Dec 2003)
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Carol Moseley-Braun on Gun Control
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Former Democratic Senator (Until 1998):
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- Ban semi-automatics; more background checks & enforcement. (Jan 2004)
- Voted NO on maintaining current law: guns sold without trigger locks. (Jul 1998)
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Barack Obama on Gun Control
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Democratic President (2009-2017); IL Senator (2004-2008):
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- Stricter gun rules, with or without Congress. (Jan 2014)
- Gun violence victims deserve a vote. (Feb 2013)
- I believe in 2nd Amendment, but not war weapons on streets. (Oct 2012)
- Fast-and-Furious: no prosecutions for Mexican gun/drug snafu. (Jun 2012)
- Midwestern "bitter clingers" frustrated over broken promises. (Aug 2009)
- Opposed bill okaying illegal gun use in home invasions. (Aug 2008)
- Ok for states & cities to determine local gun laws. (Apr 2008)
- FactCheck: Yes, Obama endorsed Illinois handgun ban. (Apr 2008)
- April 2008: "Bittergate" labeled Obama elitist. (Apr 2008)
- Respect 2nd Amendment, but local gun bans ok. (Feb 2008)
- Provide some common-sense enforcement on gun licensing. (Jan 2008)
- 2000: cosponsored bill to limit purchases to 1 gun per month. (Oct 2007)
- Concealed carry OK for retired police officers. (Aug 2007)
- Stop unscrupulous gun dealers dumping guns in cities. (Jul 2007)
- Keep guns out of inner cities--but also problem of morality. (Oct 2006)
- Bush erred in failing to renew assault weapons ban. (Oct 2004)
- Ban semi-automatics, and more possession restrictions. (Jul 1998)
- Voted NO on prohibiting lawsuits against gun manufacturers. (Jul 2005)
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Jack Ryan on Gun Control
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Former Republican Senate challenger (2004):
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- Fight to protect constitutional guarantee of gun rights. (Jun 2004)
- Fight to protect constitutional guarantee of gun rights. (May 2004)
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Paul Simon on Gun Control
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Melissa Bean on Gun Control
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Democratic Representative (IL-8):
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- Voted YES on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
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Roland Burris on Gun Control
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Democratic Jr Senator (retiring 2010):
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- Voted NO on allowing firearms in checked baggage on Amtrak trains. (Apr 2009)
- Close the Gun Show Loophole; restrict show sales. (May 2009)
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Cardiss Collins on Gun Control
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Jerry Costello on Gun Control
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Democratic Representative (IL-12):
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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 NO 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)
- National cross-state standard for concealed carry. (Jan 2009)
- Loosen restrictions on interstate gun purchases. (Oct 2011)
- Allow veterans to register unlicensed guns acquired abroad. (Jun 2011)
- Ban gun registration & trigger lock law in Washington DC. (Mar 2007)
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Kathy Cummings on Gun Control
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Green Challenger:
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- 2nd amendment doesn’t include automatic weapons or WMDs. (Aug 2008)
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Rahm Emanuel on Gun Control
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Democratic Rep. (IL-5); Chief of Staff-Designee:
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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)
- Prevent unauthorized firearm use with "smart gun" technology. (Aug 2000)
- Rated F by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Dec 2003)
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Lane Evans on Gun Control
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Democrat (District 17):
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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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Thomas Ewing on Gun Control
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Republican (District 15):
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- Voted YES on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
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Alexi Giannoulias on Gun Control
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2010 Democratic Senate Challenger; currently State Treasurer:
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- Supports background checks & assault weapons ban. (Aug 2010)
- Rated F by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Aug 2010)
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Debbie Halvorson on Gun Control
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Democrat (until 2010) (District 11):
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- Ardent supporter of the Second Amendment. (Nov 2008)
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Phil Hare on Gun Control
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Democrat:
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- No armor piercing ammunition; yes child safety locks. (Nov 2006)
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Henry Hyde on Gun Control
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Republican (District 6):
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- Voted YES on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
- 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)
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Timothy Johnson on Gun Control
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Republican Representative (IL-15):
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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)
- No lawsuits against gun manufacturers. (Jan 2001)
- 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)
- Allow veterans to register unlicensed guns acquired abroad. (Jul 2011)
- Ban gun registration & trigger lock law in Washington DC. (Mar 2007)
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Mark Kirk on Gun Control
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Republican Jr Senator; previously Representative (IL-10):
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- Both major-party Senate candidates support gun restrictions. (Oct 2016)
- Require trigger locks; enforce Brady Bill. (Sep 2000)
- Voted YES on banning high-capacity magazines of over 10 bullets. (Apr 2013)
- Voted NO on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
- Voted YES on prohibiting suing gunmakers & sellers for gun misuse. (Apr 2003)
- Rated D by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Dec 2003)
- Close the Gun Show Loophole; restrict show sales. (May 2009)
- Rated F by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Aug 2010)
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Ray LaHood on Gun Control
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Republican Representative (IL-18):
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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)
- No lawsuits against gun manufacturers. (Jan 2001)
- Rated A by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun rights voting record. (Dec 2003)
- Individual right to self-defense at home and as self-defense. (Jan 1999)
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Donald Manzullo on Gun Control
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Republican Representative (IL-16):
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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 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. (Mar 2012)
- Ban gun registration & trigger lock law in Washington DC. (Mar 2007)
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David Phelps on Gun Control
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Democrat (District 19):
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- Voted YES on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
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John Porter on Gun Control
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Republican (retired) (District 10):
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- Voted NO on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
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Glenn Poshard on Gun Control
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| Democrat (District 19):
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Steven Sauerberg on Gun Control
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Larry Stafford on Gun Control
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Libertarian challenger:
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- Individual right to carry & use guns. (Mar 2008)
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Joe Walsh on Gun Control
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Republican (District 8):
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- Kinderguardian satire: "Happy shooting, kids". (Oct 2019)
- Arm school employees to prevent school shootings. (Sep 2019)
- Federal background check at gun shows and online. (Sep 2019)
- Purpose of Second Amendment is protection against tyranny. (Oct 2016)
- Fast and Furious: an attack on gun owners & gun dealers. (Oct 2011)
- Supports right to own hand guns & to carry concealed weapons. (Nov 2010)
- Rated 93% by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun rights voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Loosen restrictions on interstate gun purchases. (Oct 2011)
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Jerry Weller on Gun Control
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Republican Representative (IL-11):
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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 A- by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun rights voting record. (Dec 2003)
- Ban gun registration & trigger lock law in Washington DC. (Mar 2007)
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Sidney Yates on Gun Control
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| Democrat (retired 1998) (District 9):
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Judy Biggert on Gun Control
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Republican Representative (IL-13):
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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)
- No lawsuits against gun manufacturers. (Jan 2001)
- Rated A by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun rights voting record. (Dec 2003)
- Ban gun registration & trigger lock law in Washington DC. (Mar 2007)
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Rod Blagojevich on Gun Control
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Democratic IL Governor; previously Representative (IL-5):
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- Voted NO on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
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Jeanne Ives on Gun Control
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| Republican (District 6):
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Mark Kirk on Gun Control
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Republican Jr Senator; previously Representative (IL-10):
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- Both major-party Senate candidates support gun restrictions. (Oct 2016)
- Require trigger locks; enforce Brady Bill. (Sep 2000)
- Voted YES on banning high-capacity magazines of over 10 bullets. (Apr 2013)
- Voted NO on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
- Voted YES on prohibiting suing gunmakers & sellers for gun misuse. (Apr 2003)
- Rated D by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Dec 2003)
- Close the Gun Show Loophole; restrict show sales. (May 2009)
- Rated F by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Aug 2010)
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Mary Miller on Gun Control
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Republican (District 21):
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- Enforce existing laws rather than enacting new ones. (Nov 2020)
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Marie Newman on Gun Control
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| Democrat (District 3):
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Jim Oberweis on Gun Control
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Republican (District 14):
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- Rated 83% by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun rights voting record. (Jan 2008)
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