As Americans are reeling from two mass shootings that have occurred within 10 days of each other in the U.S., an intense gun control debate has reignited across the country. …
Gallup’s most recent polling about guns was conducted in October 2021 and January 2022. Both polls found a slight decrease in support for stricter gun laws compared with the prior year’s measures. Typically, Americans’ support for stricter gun laws has risen in the aftermath of high-profile mass shootings and fallen during periods without such events. Additionally, changes in the party of the president may also influence preferences for gun laws.
Here are some key takeaways from recent polling. CONTINUED
Megan Brenan, Gallup
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