Nearly-two thirds of the public remains in favor of stricter gun laws, a share that has remained fairly stable since 2016. About 90% of Democrats say that gun control laws in the U.S. should be stricter compared to just a third of Republicans.
Over three-quarters think that preventing mass shootings and reducing gun violence is important, including majorities from both parties. Most also believe restricting gun access would result in fewer mass shootings, murders, and violent crime. …
Majorities of Democrats and Republicans support background checks and red flag laws However, while 8 in 10 Democrats favor a nationwide ban on AR-15 rifles, nearly half of Republicans oppose such a law. And two-thirds of Republicans are in favor of allowing teachers and administrators to be armed in schools compared to just a fifth of Democrats. CONTINUED
AP-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research
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