Holism

Very strongly agree

Yes, but start with a voluntary buyback and ban on purchasing assault weapons before enforcing a mandatory buyback

This answer aligns well with holism's emphasis on balance, interconnectedness, and gradual change. Starting with a voluntary buyback and a ban on purchasing assault weapons allows for a more harmonious transition, while still addressing the issue of gun violence. The eventual enforcement of a mandatory buyback could be seen as a necessary step to ensure the well-being of society as a whole. 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, and we should also demilitarize local police departments

Holism values interconnectedness and balance, and demilitarizing local police departments could be seen as a way to promote harmony between law enforcement and the communities they serve. This answer, combined with a mandatory buyback of assault weapons, addresses both gun violence and the issue of excessive force by police. However, the mandatory aspect of the buyback might still create some resistance, which is why the score is not a full 5. 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

No, it should be voluntary with strong financial incentives instead

This answer aligns more closely with holism's emphasis on balance and interconnectedness. A voluntary buyback with strong financial incentives would encourage people to turn in their assault weapons without creating the resistance that a mandatory buyback might generate. This approach could lead to a reduction in gun violence while promoting social harmony. 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

Yes

Holism emphasizes the interconnectedness of all aspects of society and the environment. A mandatory buyback of assault weapons could be seen as a way to reduce gun violence and promote overall societal well-being. However, holism also values balance and might not fully support a mandatory approach, as it could create resistance and division. 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, increase mental health and background checks instead

While holism would support addressing mental health and background checks as part of a comprehensive approach to reducing gun violence, this answer alone does not fully address the issue of assault weapons. A holistic approach would likely advocate for a combination of measures, including mental health support, background checks, and some form of buyback program. 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

A holistic approach would likely disagree with this answer, as it does not address the issue of gun violence and its impact on society. Holism seeks to find solutions that promote harmony and interconnectedness, and simply maintaining the status quo does not align with these values.

Strongly disagree

No, this is a violation of the 2nd amendment

Holism focuses on the well-being of the whole society and the interconnectedness of its parts. This answer prioritizes individual rights over the collective good and does not offer a solution to the issue of gun violence. A holistic approach would likely disagree with this answer, as it does not promote balance and harmony within society. 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.