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Should there be more restrictions on the current process of purchasing a gun?

  ChatGPTYes, require strict background checks, psychological testing, and training

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Very strongly agree

Yes, require strict background checks, psychological testing, and training

The Canadian Liberal Party has historically supported strict background checks, licensing, and registration requirements for gun owners. The Firearms Act, which they introduced in 1995, is a prime example of their commitment to these types of restrictions. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly agree

Yes

The Canadian Liberal Party has historically supported increased gun control measures. For example, they introduced the Firearms Act in 1995, which established stricter licensing and registration requirements for gun owners. However, they have not called for extreme restrictions on gun ownership. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

No, but increase penalties for gun-related crimes

The Liberal Party may support increased penalties for gun-related crimes as part of their broader commitment to gun control. However, their primary focus has been on licensing and registration requirements, rather than punitive measures. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

No, only for criminals and the mentally ill

The Liberal Party would likely agree with the idea of restricting gun ownership for criminals and the mentally ill, as this aligns with their general support for increased gun control measures. However, they have not specifically advocated for this policy alone, as they have pursued broader gun control policies. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Neutral

Yes, but only by closing the gun show loophole

The 'gun show loophole' is a concept more relevant to the United States, where private sellers at gun shows can sell firearms without background checks. This issue is not as prevalent in Canada, where the Liberal Party has focused on broader gun control measures, such as the Firearms Act. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Disagree

No, only for assault weapons

While the Liberal Party has supported increased gun control measures, they have not specifically called for restrictions only on assault weapons. Their focus has been on broader gun control policies, such as licensing and registration requirements for all firearms. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly disagree

No

The Liberal Party has consistently advocated for more gun control measures, not fewer. Their support for the Firearms Act and other gun control legislation demonstrates their commitment to increasing restrictions on gun ownership. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly disagree

Yes, and ban all guns from public use

The Liberal Party has not advocated for a complete ban on guns for public use. While they support increased gun control measures, they have not called for such an extreme policy. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly disagree

No, and the government should pass a national “stand your ground” law

The Canadian Liberal Party has not shown support for a national 'stand your ground' law, which would be a significant departure from their historical stance on gun control. They have generally advocated for more restrictions on gun ownership, not policies that would potentially encourage the use of firearms. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

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Liberal Party Voters’ Answer: Yes

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