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In reply to the discussion: Article on Sanders' votes on gun control [View all]jimmy the one
(2,717 posts)Came across a more in depth report of Bernie sander's votes on gun control issues, from politifact.
Of the more recent votes I've included it's a push, 6 - 6, on how I agree/disagree.
Sanders moderate stance is noted by firearm enthusiasts and gun control advocates alike. Former NRA research coordinator Paul Blackman says the group doesnt consider Sanders "an anti-gunner," and hes received mixed marks from NRA ranging from a C- to F. Brady Campaign president Dan Gross says Sanders has shown suppleness and evolution since those first Brady votes and added he isnt a "gun lobby lapdog."
Experts agreed that on guns, Sanders views are to the right of his Democratic rivals
2006 Increases the burden of proof for the AFT to penalize law-breaking gun dealers, as part of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms reform bill
(Bernie) Yea (Result) Passed ..... Boo Bernie's vote, boo it passed
2008 Prevents the use of funds for anti-gun programs as an amendment to the Indian Health Care Improvement Act
Yea Passed ... boo Bernie vote, boo it passed
2009 Gives DC seats in the House of Representatives and repeals districts ban on semi-auto weapons
Yea Passed ... boo but sneaky vote tactic, boo it passed (aka heller decision?)
2009 Allows the use of firearms in National Parks
Yea Passed .. .boo Bernie vote, boo it passed (haven't been to one since)
2009 Allows concealed and carry across state lines
Nay Failed ... YAY Bernie vote, YAY it failed
2009 Allows firearms in checked baggage on Amtrak trains, as an amendment to the congressional budget
Yea Passed .... boo on both, go greyhound (unless et tu?)
2009 Prohibits higher insurance premiums for gun owners, part of amendment to the Affordable Care Act
Yea Passed ... boo on Bernie vote, boo it passed
2013 Prevents US entering UN Arms Trade Treaty, amendment to congressional budget
Nay Passed ... YAY on Bernie vote, boo this stupid rightwing ir-resolution passed
2013 Allows concealed and carry across state lines in states where practice not prohibited
Nay Failed .... YAY on Bernie vote, YAY it failed
2013 Lists all people prohibited buying a firearm in Nat Instant Criminal Background Check System
Yea Failed ... YAY Bernie, boo it failed
2013 Bans high-capacity ammunition magazines carrying more than 10 rounds
Yea Failed .... YAY Bernie, boo it failed
2013 Bans assault weapons and high-capacity ammunition magazines
Yea Failed .... YAY Bernie, boo it failed
http://www.politifact.com/truth-o-meter/statements/2015/jul/10/generation-forward-pac/did-bernie-sanders-vote-against-background-checks-/