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Governor, Mayors and Pundits:
Rob Astorino on Gun Control
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Republican Gubernatorial Challenger :
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- Opposes SAFE Act gun control measure. (May 2014)
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Mike Bloomberg on Gun Control
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Mayor of New York City (Independent):
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- Second Amendment has guarantees, but gun restrictions ok. (Feb 2020)
- Sue gun stores which don't require background checks. (Feb 2020)
- Close "boyfriend loophole," pass national red flag law. (Jan 2020)
- Ban assault weapons; hold gun industry accountable. (Jan 2020)
- Bloomberg group favors closing background check loopholes. (Nov 2019)
- Gun laws effective but no one law will stop everything. (Aug 2019)
- 80% of NRA members support background checks. (Mar 2013)
- Background checks do work, and should be highest priority. (Mar 2013)
- 2006: Created Mayors Against Illegal Guns; now 600 mayors. (Nov 2011)
- Sued out-of-state gun dealers for selling illegally in NYC. (Sep 2010)
- Enact common-sense measures to keep guns away from criminals. (Apr 2010)
- Put the issue of illegal guns back on the national agenda. (Jan 2008)
- 2nd Amendment doesn’t prevent keeping guns from criminals. (Nov 2007)
- Founder of Mayors Against Illegal Guns. (May 2007)
- It’s not about gun control, it’s about crime control. (Apr 2007)
- Sued New York City gun dealers to control guns. (Mar 2007)
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Andrew Cuomo on Gun Control
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Democratic Governor:
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- Exempt retired cops for assault weapons acquired on job. (Jul 2013)
- 7-point agenda to stop the madness of gun violence. (Jan 2013)
- Guns impose huge economic costs, as well as lives. (Jan 2013)
- Ban assault weapons and large capacity magazines. (Jan 2013)
- Enact commonsense laws lie microstamping of guns. (Nov 2010)
- Supports restrictions on the right to bear arms. (Aug 2010)
- States for Gun Safety: fill void left by no Federal policy. (Feb 2018)
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Bill de Blasio on Gun Control
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NYC Mayor; Democratic Presidential Challenger (withdrawn):
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- Gun ownership should be treated very, very differently. (Jun 2019)
- Project Fast Track focuses on gangs & illegal guns. (May 2019)
- Gun laws are necessary to protect the city and ourselves. (Jan 2019)
- Wall Street for Change: campaign to support gun divestment. (Oct 2013)
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John DeFrancisco on Gun Control
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Republican Challenger for NY Governor:
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- No assault weapons exemption for retired cops. (Jun 2013)
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Shaun Donovan on Gun Control
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| Democratic candidate for NYC Mayor:
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Kirsten Gillibrand on Gun Control
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Democratic Senator (NY); Democratic Candidate for President (withdrawn) :
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- Machine gun registration is framework for assault weapons. (Aug 2019)
- Senate would pass gun laws if allowed to vote. (Aug 2019)
- NRA is the worst organization in America. (Jun 2019)
- Ban bump stocks; reduce lobbying power of NRA. (Jun 2019)
- Supports stricter laws now; didn't when in the House. (May 2019)
- 2008: signed amicus brief to overturn DC handgun ban. (Mar 2019)
- 2009: Fight gun violence; 2010: "F" rating from NRA. (Mar 2019)
- 2006: "A" rating from NRA; 2019: apologizes. (Jan 2019)
- Ban high-capacity magazines; close gun-show loophole. (Jan 2019)
- Embarrassed at previous NRA "A" rating; now rated "F". (Jan 2019)
- Inaction on mass shootings due to greed of NRA & gunmakers. (Nov 2018)
- Owns guns, which she keeps unloaded under the bed. (Sep 2014)
- Shifted to left because "I fight for my constituents". (Oct 2010)
- Track data on illegal gun traffickers. (Apr 2010)
- Earned high rating from the National Rifle Association. (Jan 2009)
- 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)
- Close the Gun Show Loophole; restrict show sales. (May 2009)
- Rated F by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Aug 2010)
- Ban large-capacity ammunition. (Jan 2013)
- Co-sponsored background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
- Ban gun registration & trigger lock law in Washington DC. (Mar 2007)
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Andrew Giuliani on Gun Control
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Howie Hawkins on Gun Control
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Green Party Challenger for President:
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- Background checks, ban assault weapons, "red flag" law. (May 2019)
- Strengthen existing federal gun restrictions. (Oct 2006)
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Kathy Hochul on Gun Control
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Democratic Lt. Governor:
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- State senate too afraid of NRA to vote on "red flag" bill. (Jun 2018)
- Top rating from National Rifle Association. (Jul 2014)
- Streamlined the Pistol Permit process. (May 2011)
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Marc Molinaro on Gun Control
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Republican candidate for governor of New York:
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- Supports 2nd Amendment but with common sense restrictions. (Apr 2018)
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Cynthia Nixon on Gun Control
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Democratic candidate for governor of New York:
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- If you want more done on gun control, get involved. (Apr 2018)
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George Pataki on Gun Control
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Republican NY Governor:
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- Do a better job of enforcing federal gun laws. (Jul 2015)
- Signed New York state's strict gun control legislation. (Jun 2015)
- Ban assault weapons & require trigger locks. (May 2015)
- Supports gun control legislation. (Dec 2006)
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Larry Sharpe on Gun Control
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Zephyr Teachout on Gun Control
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Democratic Gubernatorial Challenger :
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- Supports tougher gun control laws. (Jul 2014)
- Supports restrictions on right to bear arms. (Nov 2016)
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Andrew Yang on Gun Control
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Democratic Presidential Challenger & Tech CEO:
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- Personalize guns so only the owner can fire it. (Feb 2020)
- Break stranglehold of NRA on Congress. (Feb 2020)
- Helping young males find their path will reduce gun violence. (Nov 2019)
- Would push for "personalized" guns, subsidize upgrading. (Aug 2019)
- Help gun owners "personalize" guns free of charge. (Aug 2019)
- Voluntary buyback, plus high-capacity magazine ban. (Jul 2019)
- Future without handguns is not reality. (Jun 2019)
- In the future, people will still own handguns. (Jun 2019)
- Treat guns the way we treat motor vehicles. (Apr 2019)
- Three-tier gun licensing for common-sense safety. (Mar 2019)
- Make gun manufacturers liable for mass shootings. (Feb 2019)
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Lee Zeldin on Gun Control
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Republican challenger for Governor:
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- No assault weapons exemption for retired cops. (Jun 2013)
- Decrease restrictions on purchase and possession of guns. (Nov 2008)
- National cross-state standard for concealed carry. (Jan 2017)
- Opposes restricting right to bear arms. (Aug 2014)
- Interstate transportation of firearms is federally prote. (Jan 2017)
- Rated Voted NO on background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
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Senate:
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Chele Farley on Gun Control
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| Republican candidate for senator from New York:
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Kirsten Gillibrand on Gun Control
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Democratic Senator (NY); Democratic Candidate for President (withdrawn) :
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- Machine gun registration is framework for assault weapons. (Aug 2019)
- Senate would pass gun laws if allowed to vote. (Aug 2019)
- NRA is the worst organization in America. (Jun 2019)
- Ban bump stocks; reduce lobbying power of NRA. (Jun 2019)
- Supports stricter laws now; didn't when in the House. (May 2019)
- 2008: signed amicus brief to overturn DC handgun ban. (Mar 2019)
- 2009: Fight gun violence; 2010: "F" rating from NRA. (Mar 2019)
- 2006: "A" rating from NRA; 2019: apologizes. (Jan 2019)
- Ban high-capacity magazines; close gun-show loophole. (Jan 2019)
- Embarrassed at previous NRA "A" rating; now rated "F". (Jan 2019)
- Inaction on mass shootings due to greed of NRA & gunmakers. (Nov 2018)
- Owns guns, which she keeps unloaded under the bed. (Sep 2014)
- Shifted to left because "I fight for my constituents". (Oct 2010)
- Track data on illegal gun traffickers. (Apr 2010)
- Earned high rating from the National Rifle Association. (Jan 2009)
- 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)
- Close the Gun Show Loophole; restrict show sales. (May 2009)
- Rated F by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Aug 2010)
- Ban large-capacity ammunition. (Jan 2013)
- Co-sponsored background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
- Ban gun registration & trigger lock law in Washington DC. (Mar 2007)
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Wendy Long on Gun Control
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Republican Senate Challenger:
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- Lifelong shooter and gun owner. (Jun 2012)
- Opposes restricting the Second Amendment. (Oct 2012)
- Opposes restrictions on right to bear arms. (Nov 2016)
- Strongly opposes restrictive gun laws. (Nov 2016)
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Alex Merced on Gun Control
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Libertarian for Senate:
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- Gun control makes us less safe. (Jul 2016)
- Strongly opposes restrictive gun laws. (Nov 2016)
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Marc Molinaro on Gun Control
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Republican nominee:
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- Supports 2nd Amendment but with common sense restrictions. (Apr 2018)
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Scott Noren on Gun Control
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Democratic candidate for senator from New York:
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- Pro-gun but limited gun control measures are ok. (Jul 2011)
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Dave Webber on Gun Control
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Republican Candidate for New York U.S. Senator:
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- 2nd Amendment is very clear, and should not be changed. (Jul 2018)
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Timothy Bishop on Gun Control
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Democratic Representative (NY-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)
- 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)
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Yvette Clarke on Gun Control
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Democrat:
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- 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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Chris Collins on Gun Control
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Republican (District 27):
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- National cross-state standard for concealed carry. (Jan 2017)
- Opposes restricting the Second Amendment. (Oct 2012)
- Interstate transportation of firearms is federally prote. (Feb 2015)
- Rated Voted NO on background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
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Joseph Crowley on Gun Control
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Democratic Representative (NY-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)
- 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)
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Antonio Delgado on Gun Control
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Democrat (District 19):
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- Supports Second Amendment, but every right has its limits. (Oct 2018)
- 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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Dan Donovan on Gun Control
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Eliot Engel on Gun Control
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Democrat/Liberal Representative (NY-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)
- 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)
- Stricter regulation on gun show firearm sales. (Sep 2013)
- Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
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Adriano Espaillat on Gun Control
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Democrat (District 13):
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- Tough anti-gun legislation at local and national levels. (Nov 2016)
- Exempt retired cops for assault weapons acquired on job. (May 2013)
- Supports gun-control legislation. (Nov 2016)
- Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
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John Faso on Gun Control
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Republican (District 19):
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- Strong opponent of New York's SAFE Act. (Nov 2016)
- Opposes restrictions on right to bear arms. (Nov 2016)
- Opposes gun-control legislation. (Nov 2016)
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Vito Fossella on Gun Control
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Rep./Cons./Right-To-Life Representative (NY-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)
- Rated B+ by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun rights voting record. (Dec 2003)
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Richard Hanna on Gun Control
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Republican (District 22):
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- 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. (May 2011)
- Interstate transportation of firearms is federally prote. (Jan 2015)
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Nan Hayworth on Gun Control
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Republican (District 18):
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- I support the entire Bill of Rights. (Nov 2010)
- Opposes restrictions on the right to bear arms. (Aug 2010)
- Allow veterans to register unlicensed guns acquired abroad. (Nov 2011)
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Brian Higgins on Gun Control
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Democratic Representative (NY-27):
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- End Dickey Amendment and fund federal gun violence research. (Oct 2020)
- Voted YES on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
- Prevent unauthorized firearm use with "smart gun" technology. (Aug 2000)
- Allow veterans to register unlicensed guns acquired abroad. (Oct 2011)
- Ban large-capacity ammunition. (Jan 2013)
- Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
- Ban gun registration & trigger lock law in Washington DC. (Mar 2007)
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Steve Israel on Gun Control
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Democratic Representative (NY-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)
- 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. (Feb 2013)
- Ban large-capacity ammunition. (Jan 2013)
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Hakeem Jeffries on Gun Control
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Democrat (District 8):
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- No concealed carry; yes licenses & background checks. (Nov 2008)
- Supports restrictions on gun purchases. (Sep 2012)
- Ban large-capacity ammunition. (Apr 2013)
- Repeal "stand-your-ground" laws. (Jul 2013)
- Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
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John Katko on Gun Control
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Republican House Member (District 24):
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- Protect the individual right to own a firearm. (Nov 2014)
- National cross-state standard for concealed carry. (Jan 2017)
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Peter King on Gun Control
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Rep./Ind./Cons./Right-To-Life Representative (NY-3):
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- Block terrorists from buying firearms. (Sep 2013)
- 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)
- Close the Gun Show Loophole; restrict show sales. (May 2009)
- Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
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Nita Lowey on Gun Control
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Democratic Representative (NY-18):
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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. (Feb 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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Dan Maffei on Gun Control
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Democrat (District 24):
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- Close the Gun Show Loophole; restrict show sales. (May 2009)
- Supports restricting the Second Amendment. (Oct 2012)
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Carolyn Maloney on Gun Control
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Democrat/Liberal Representative (NY-14):
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- Close "boyfriend loophole" and require background checks. (Oct 2020)
- 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)
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Sean Maloney on Gun Control
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Democrat (District 18):
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- Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
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Gregory Meeks on Gun Control
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Dem./Working-Families (NY-6):
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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)
- 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)
- Repeal "stand-your-ground" laws. (Jul 2013)
- Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
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Grace Meng on Gun Control
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Democrat (District 6):
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- Require microstamping & more background checks. (Nov 2012)
- Supports restrictions on gun purchases. (Sep 2012)
- 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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Joe Morelle on Gun Control
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Democrat (District 25):
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- Government has role to play in reducing gun violence. (Oct 2020)
- Exempt retired cops for assault weapons acquired on job. (May 2013)
- Support gun-control, according to PVS survey. (Aug 2018)
- Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
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Jerrold Nadler on Gun Control
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Dem./Lib./Working-Families (NY-8):
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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)
- Stricter regulation on gun show firearm sales. (Mar 2013)
- Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez on Gun Control
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Democrat (District 14):
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- Believes in common-sense approach to reforming 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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Tom Reed on Gun Control
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Republican (District 23):
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- Rated Voted NO on background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
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Kathleen Rice on Gun Control
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Democratic House Member (District 4):
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- The need to take action on guns has never been greater. (Oct 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)
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Max Rose on Gun Control
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| Democrat (District 11):
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Jose Serrano on Gun Control
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Democrat/Liberal Representative (NY-16):
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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)
- Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
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Louise Slaughter on Gun Control
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Democratic Representative (NY-28):
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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)
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Elise Stefanik on Gun Control
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Republican House Member (District 21):
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- Strongly opposes the NY SAFE Act. (Nov 2014)
- Rated Voted NO on background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
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Tom Suozzi on Gun Control
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Democrat (District 3):
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- Supports restrictions on right to bear arms. (Nov 2016)
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Zephyr Teachout on Gun Control
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Democrat (District 19):
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- Supports tougher gun control laws. (Jul 2014)
- Supports restrictions on right to bear arms. (Nov 2016)
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Paul Tonko on Gun Control
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Democrat (District 20):
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- Appeal Dickey to allow federal research re gun violence. (Oct 2020)
- Close the Gun Show Loophole; restrict show sales. (May 2009)
- Ban large-capacity ammunition. (Feb 2013)
- Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
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Nydia Velazquez on Gun Control
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Democrat/Working-Families Representative (NY-12):
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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)
- Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
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Lee Zeldin on Gun Control
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Republican House Member (District 1):
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- No assault weapons exemption for retired cops. (Jun 2013)
- Decrease restrictions on purchase and possession of guns. (Nov 2008)
- National cross-state standard for concealed carry. (Jan 2017)
- Opposes restricting right to bear arms. (Aug 2014)
- Interstate transportation of firearms is federally prote. (Jan 2017)
- Rated Voted NO on background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
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Former candidates & officeholders:
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David Paterson on Gun Control
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Democratic Governor (NY):
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- Rated F by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Dec 2003)
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Caroline Kennedy on Gun Control
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| Democratic candidate (2008; declined 2018):
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Chris Gibson on Gun Control
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Republican (retiring 2016) (District 19):
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- Outspoken supporter of the right to bear arms. (Nov 2010)
- Opposes restricting gun purchase & possession. (Nov 2010)
- Loosen restrictions on interstate gun purchases. (Oct 2011)
- Allow veterans to register unlicensed guns acquired abroad. (Jul 2011)
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Michael Grimm on Gun Control
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Republican (resigned 2015) (District 11):
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- Opposes restrictions on the right to bear arms. (Aug 2010)
- Allow veterans to register unlicensed guns acquired abroad. (Apr 2011)
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Carolyn McCarthy on Gun Control
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Dem./Ind./Working-Families (NY-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)
- 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)
- Sponsored banning large-capacity ammunition. (Jan 2013)
- Sponsored stricter regulation on gun show firearm sales. (Jan 2013)
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Bill Owens on Gun Control
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Democratic Representative (NY-23):
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- 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. (Apr 2011)
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Charles Rangel on Gun Control
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Dem./Lib./Working-Families:
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- 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)
- Repeal "stand-your-ground" laws. (Jul 2013)
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Rudy Giuliani on Gun Control
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Former Mayor of NYC:
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- As mayor, suggested federal gun licensing. (Nov 2008)
- Government can impose reasonable regulations on guns. (Nov 2007)
- Focus on criminals, not on guns. (Sep 2007)
- NYC gun control laws made NYC safest big city in US. (Sep 2007)
- 2nd Amendment gives people the individual right to bear arms. (May 2007)
- Supported nationwide licensing & assault weapons ban. (May 2007)
- Things you do in NY about guns may be different than TX. (May 2007)
- Gun control reduces urban crime; no effect on hunting. (Feb 2007)
- NYC sued two dozen major gun manufacturers and distributors. (Jun 2000)
- All gun owners should pass written test. (Mar 2000)
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Carl McCall on Gun Control
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| 2002 Democratic Challenger NY Governor:
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Eliot Spitzer on Gun Control
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| Former Democratc Governor (2007-2008):
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Michael Benjamin on Gun Control
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Former Republican Challenger (2004):
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- 30,000 gun control laws do not make crime control. (Dec 2003)
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Ed Cox on Gun Control
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Former Republican Challenger (withdrew Jan. 2006):
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- Supports Second Amendment rights. (Jan 2006)
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Al D'Amato on Gun Control
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Former Republican Jr Senator:
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- Voted YES on maintaining current law: guns sold without trigger locks. (Jul 1998)
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Harold Ford on Gun Control
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2010 Democratic Primary Challenger; previously US Rep (TN):
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- Supports Second Amendment rights. (Jan 2006)
- 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)
- 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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Daniel Frisa on Gun Control
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| Republican Former (1994-) (District 4):
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Rudy Giuliani on Gun Control
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2000 Former Republican Candidate:
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- As mayor, suggested federal gun licensing. (Nov 2008)
- Government can impose reasonable regulations on guns. (Nov 2007)
- Focus on criminals, not on guns. (Sep 2007)
- NYC gun control laws made NYC safest big city in US. (Sep 2007)
- 2nd Amendment gives people the individual right to bear arms. (May 2007)
- Supported nationwide licensing & assault weapons ban. (May 2007)
- Things you do in NY about guns may be different than TX. (May 2007)
- Gun control reduces urban crime; no effect on hunting. (Feb 2007)
- NYC sued two dozen major gun manufacturers and distributors. (Jun 2000)
- All gun owners should pass written test. (Mar 2000)
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Abe Hirschfeld on Gun Control
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| 2004 former Builders Party Senate challenger:
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Sue Kelly on Gun Control
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Republican (until 2007) (District 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 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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John LaFalce on Gun Control
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Democrat/Ind./Lib. (Until 2004 (District 29):
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- Voted NO on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
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David McReynolds on Gun Control
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2004 Green Senate challenger (NY); 2000 Socialist for Pres.:
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- Gun rights apply only to states, not individuals. (Sep 1999)
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Howard Mills on Gun Control
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2004 former Republican Senate challenger (NY):
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- Second Amendment an integral part of our freedoms. (Aug 2004)
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Susan Molinari on Gun Control
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| Republican Former (1994-) (District 13):
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Pat Moynihan on Gun Control
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Democratic Senator (Former):
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- Voted YES on background checks at gun shows. (May 1999)
- Voted NO on maintaining current law: guns sold without trigger locks. (Jul 1998)
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Major Owens on Gun Control
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Democrat (until 2007) (District 11):
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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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Bill Paxon on Gun Control
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| Republican Former (1994-) (District 27):
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Gerald Solomon on Gun Control
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| Republican Former (1994-) (District 22):
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Anthony Weiner on Gun Control
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Former Democrat(Resigned 2011) (District 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)
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Gary Ackerman on Gun Control
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Dem./Ind./Lib./Working-Fam. (NY-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)
- Close the Gun Show Loophole; restrict show sales. (May 2009)
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Michael Arcuri on Gun Control
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Democrat:
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- We need better enforcement, not more gun laws. (Nov 2006)
- National cross-state standard for concealed carry. (Jan 2009)
- Teach kids Eddie Eagle GunSafe's lifesaving message. (May 2010)
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Gary Bernsten on Gun Control
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| 2010 Republican Primary Challenger:
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Sherry Boehlert on Gun Control
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Republican/Independence (District 23):
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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)
- No lawsuits against gun manufacturers. (Jan 2001)
- Rated D+ by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Dec 2003)
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Hillary Clinton on Gun Control
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Secretary of State; previously Democratic Senator (NY); 2016 Democratic nominee:
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- I believe in 2nd amendment but 33,000 people died from guns. (Oct 2016)
- Respect 2nd amendment but close loopholes. (Oct 2016)
- Gun epidemic is leading cause of death of young black men. (Sep 2016)
- 2008: Fondly recalled being taught to shoot by grandfather. (Apr 2016)
- FactCheck: 33,000 gun deaths includes suicides & accidents. (Jan 2016)
- Arming more people is not appropriate response to terrorism. (Dec 2015)
- Reverse gun manufacturer immunity; let them get sued. (Nov 2015)
- Sensible restraints on manufacturer liability & online sales. (Oct 2015)
- Gun control advocates see Clinton as an ally. (Jun 2015)
- Rein in idea that anybody can have a gun anywhere, anytime. (May 2014)
- Balance lawful gun ownership & keeping guns from criminals. (Apr 2008)
- Give local police access to federal gun tracking info. (Apr 2008)
- Against illegal guns, crack down on illegal gun dealers. (Jan 2008)
- Backed off a national licensing registration plan on guns. (Jan 2008)
- Get assault weapons & guns off the street. (Jul 2007)
- Background check system could prevent Virginia Tech massacre. (Apr 2007)
- FactCheck: VA Tech shooter not declared a danger to others. (Apr 2007)
- Keep guns away from people who shouldn’t have them. (Sep 2000)
- Limit access to weapons; look for early warning signs. (Sep 2000)
- License and register all handgun sales. (Jun 2000)
- Tough gun control keeps guns out of wrong hands. (Jul 1999)
- Gun control protects our children. (Jul 1999)
- Lock up guns; store ammo separately. (Jun 1999)
- Ban kids’ unsupervised access to guns. (Jun 1999)
- Get weapons off the streets; zero tolerance for weapons. (Sep 1996)
Legislation
- I support Brady Bill and closing the Charleston loophole. (Dec 2015)
- Don't shield gun manufacturers from lawsuits:I vote that way. (Oct 2015)
- 2000: advocate for national gun registry; 2008: backed off. (May 2014)
- Let states & cities determine local gun laws. (Apr 2008)
- Congress’ failure at Littleton response inspired Senate run. (Nov 2003)
- Don’t water down sensible gun control legislation. (Jul 1999)
- Voted NO on prohibiting lawsuits against gun manufacturers. (Jul 2005)
- Voted NO on banning lawsuits against gun manufacturers for gun violence. (Mar 2004)
- Prevent unauthorized firearm use with "smart gun" technology. (Aug 2000)
- Supports restrictions on right to bear arms. (Nov 2016)
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Joe DioGuardi on Gun Control
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2010 Republican Challenger:
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- Second Amendment protects an individual right. (Aug 2010)
- Opposes restrictions on the right to bear arms. (Aug 2010)
- Rated B by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun rights voting record. (Aug 2010)
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Michael Forbes on Gun Control
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Republican (retired) (District 1):
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- Voted NO on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
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Benjamin Gilman on Gun Control
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Republican (District 20):
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- Voted NO on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
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Felix Grucci on Gun Control
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| Republican (District 1):
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John Hall on Gun Control
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Democrat:
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- Close the Gun Show Loophole; restrict show sales. (May 2009)
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Howie Hawkins on Gun Control
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Green Party Challenger for President:
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- Background checks, ban assault weapons, "red flag" law. (May 2019)
- Strengthen existing federal gun restrictions. (Oct 2006)
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Maurice Hinchey on Gun Control
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Dem./Ind./Lib./Working-Fam. Representative (NY-22):
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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 C- by the NRA, indicating a mixed voting record on gun rights. (Dec 2003)
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Amo Houghton on Gun Control
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Republican/Conservative (District 31):
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- 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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Randy Kuhl on Gun Control
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Republican Representative (NY-29):
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- Voted YES on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
- Ban gun registration & trigger lock law in Washington DC. (Mar 2007)
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Rick Lazio on Gun Control
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Republican/Cons. (District 2):
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- Require criminal background checks at gun shows. (Jun 2000)
- Use gun technology instead of licensing handguns. (Jun 2000)
- For Brady Bill & trigger locks; no fans at NRA. (May 2000)
- Against gun registration; for sportsmen’s rights. (May 2000)
- Ban assault weapons; maintain federal gun restrictions. (Jul 1998)
- Voted YES on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
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Chris Lee on Gun Control
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Republican (Resigned 2011) (District 26):
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- National cross-state standard for concealed carry. (Jan 2009)
- Allow reloading spent military small arms ammunition. (Apr 2009)
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George Maragos on Gun Control
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2012 Republican Primary Challenger:
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- I support safe and responsible gun ownership. (Jan 2012)
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Eric Massa on Gun Control
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Democrat (until 2010) (District 29):
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- Defend the Constitution, including the 2nd Amendment. (Nov 2008)
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KT McFarland on Gun Control
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| Republican Challenger:
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Mike McMahon on Gun Control
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Democrat (until 2010) (District 13):
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- Close the Gun Show Loophole; restrict show sales. (May 2009)
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Michael McNulty on Gun Control
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Democratic/Ind./Cons. Representative (NY-21):
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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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Scott Murphy on Gun Control
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Democrat (until 2010) (District 20):
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- Teach kids Eddie Eagle GunSafe's lifesaving message. (May 2010)
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Marilyn O`Grady on Gun Control
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| 2004 former Conservative Party challenger:
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Jeanine Pirro on Gun Control
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| Republican challenger; District Attorney:
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Jack Quinn on Gun Control
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Republican/Ind./Cons. (District 30):
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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 D+ by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Dec 2003)
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Thomas Reynolds on Gun Control
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Republican/Conservative Representative (NY-26):
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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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John Spencer on Gun Control
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Republican Challenger, previously Mayor of Yonkers:
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- Second Amendment is the first right among equals. (Jan 2006)
- No gun ban, no gun lawsuits. (Jan 2006)
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John Sweeney on Gun Control
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Republican/Conservative (District 22):
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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)
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Jay Townsend on Gun Control
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Republican Challenger (2010):
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- Rated AQ by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun rights voting record. (Aug 2010)
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Bob Turner on Gun Control
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2012 Republican Senate Primary Challenger:
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- No cross-state reciprocity on carry permits. (Jun 2012)
- Turner will not support gun control legislation. (Jan 2012)
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Bob Turner on Gun Control
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Former Republican (District 9):
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- No cross-state reciprocity on carry permits. (Jun 2012)
- Turner will not support gun control legislation. (Jan 2012)
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Jim Walsh on Gun Control
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Rep./Ind./Conservative Representative (NY-25):
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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 B+ by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun rights voting record. (Dec 2003)
- Support tradition of hunting on wildlife refuges. (Aug 1994)
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Jamaal Bowman on Gun Control
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| Democratic (District 16):
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Anthony Brindisi on Gun Control
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Democrat (District 22):
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- Gun lobbying has ceased expanded background check efforts. (Oct 2018)
- Gun control provisions burdensome on constituent's rights. (Oct 2018)
- Received 100% NRA rating; opponent of NY gun control laws. (Mar 2018)
- Exempt retired cops for assault weapons acquired on job. (May 2013)
- 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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Ann Marie Buerkle on Gun Control
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Republican (District 25):
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- Loosen restrictions on interstate gun purchases. (Oct 2011)
- Allow veterans to register unlicensed guns acquired abroad. (Jun 2011)
- Opposes restricting the Second Amendment. (Oct 2012)
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Colia Clark on Gun Control
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Green Senate challenger:
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- Need to set forth gun control laws is urgent. (May 2012)
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Andrew Garbarino on Gun Control
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| Republican (District 2):
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Kirsten Gillibrand on Gun Control
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Democratic Senator (NY); Democratic Candidate for President (withdrawn) :
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- Machine gun registration is framework for assault weapons. (Aug 2019)
- Senate would pass gun laws if allowed to vote. (Aug 2019)
- NRA is the worst organization in America. (Jun 2019)
- Ban bump stocks; reduce lobbying power of NRA. (Jun 2019)
- Supports stricter laws now; didn't when in the House. (May 2019)
- 2008: signed amicus brief to overturn DC handgun ban. (Mar 2019)
- 2009: Fight gun violence; 2010: "F" rating from NRA. (Mar 2019)
- 2006: "A" rating from NRA; 2019: apologizes. (Jan 2019)
- Ban high-capacity magazines; close gun-show loophole. (Jan 2019)
- Embarrassed at previous NRA "A" rating; now rated "F". (Jan 2019)
- Inaction on mass shootings due to greed of NRA & gunmakers. (Nov 2018)
- Owns guns, which she keeps unloaded under the bed. (Sep 2014)
- Shifted to left because "I fight for my constituents". (Oct 2010)
- Track data on illegal gun traffickers. (Apr 2010)
- Earned high rating from the National Rifle Association. (Jan 2009)
- 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)
- Close the Gun Show Loophole; restrict show sales. (May 2009)
- Rated F by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Aug 2010)
- Ban large-capacity ammunition. (Jan 2013)
- Co-sponsored background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
- Ban gun registration & trigger lock law in Washington DC. (Mar 2007)
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Kathy Hochul on Gun Control
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Democrat (District 26):
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- State senate too afraid of NRA to vote on "red flag" bill. (Jun 2018)
- Top rating from National Rifle Association. (Jul 2014)
- Streamlined the Pistol Permit process. (May 2011)
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Chris Jacobs on Gun Control
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| Republican (District 27):
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Mondaire Jones on Gun Control
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Democrat (District 17):
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- Allocate federal funds for gun violence prevention. (Oct 2020)
- Pro-gun control, according to PVS survey. (Sep 2020)
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Nicole Malliotakis on Gun Control
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Republican (District 11):
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- Exempt retired cops for assault weapons acquired on job. (May 2013)
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John McHugh on Gun Control
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Republican/Conservative Representative (NY-23):
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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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Charles Schumer on Gun Control
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Democratic Sr Senator (NY):
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- Enforce gun laws on national security grounds. (Dec 2003)
- Renew assault weapons ban - no legitimate use for them. (Nov 2003)
- Penalize cross-state gun traffickers. (Sep 2003)
- Cutting record-keeping limits fosters gun sale fraud & abuse. (Jun 2001)
- 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)
- Close the Gun Show Loophole; restrict show sales. (May 2009)
- Ban large-capacity ammunition. (Jan 2013)
- Supports restrictions on right to bear arms. (Nov 2016)
- Co-sponsored background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
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Claudia Tenney on Gun Control
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Republican (District 22):
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- People unable to handle firearms should be monitored. (Oct 2020)
- Right to bear arms SHALL NOT be infringed. (Nov 2016)
- Opposes restrictions on right to bear arms. (Nov 2016)
- Strongly opposes restrictive gun laws. (Nov 2016)
- Opposes gun-control legislation. (Nov 2016)
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Ritchie Torres on Gun Control
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| Democratic (District 15):
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Ed Towns on Gun Control
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Democrat/Liberal Representative (NY-10):
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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)
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Antoine Tucker on Gun Control
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| Republican Challenger:
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