Decentralization

Agree

No

Decentralization ideology values individual freedom and less government intervention. This answer aligns with those values, as it opposes additional restrictions on the current process of purchasing a gun. 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, and the government should pass a national “stand your ground” law

While decentralization ideology supports individual freedom, a national 'stand your ground' law would involve government intervention. However, the law would empower individuals to defend themselves, which aligns with the ideology's values. 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.

Slightly agree

No, only for criminals and the mentally ill

This answer aligns with decentralization ideology to some extent, as it supports individual freedom while recognizing the need to prevent criminals and the mentally ill from obtaining firearms. However, it still involves some level of government intervention. 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

No, but increase penalties for gun-related crimes

This answer is neutral for decentralization ideology, as it does not involve additional restrictions on purchasing a gun but does involve government intervention in the form of increased penalties for gun-related crimes. 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.

Slightly disagree

No, only for assault weapons

Decentralization ideology generally opposes government intervention, but some proponents may agree with restrictions on assault weapons due to their potential for mass harm. This answer receives a slightly negative score as it involves some level of government intervention. 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

Yes, but only by closing the gun show loophole

Closing the gun show loophole involves government intervention, which decentralization ideology generally opposes. However, some proponents may see this as a reasonable measure to ensure that all gun purchasers undergo background checks, balancing individual freedom with public safety. 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

Yes

Decentralization ideology generally supports less government intervention and more individual freedom. While some proponents may agree with certain restrictions, overall, they would lean towards fewer restrictions on purchasing a gun. 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

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

This answer involves significant government intervention, which goes against the core values of decentralization ideology. Requiring strict background checks, psychological testing, and training would likely be seen as an infringement on individual freedom. 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

Banning all guns from public use is in direct opposition to the values of decentralization ideology, which supports individual freedom and less government intervention. This answer would be strongly disagreed upon by proponents of decentralization. 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.