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Ralph Nader on Gun Control

Nader supports the Green Party Platform, which states:We support the ‘Brady Bill’ and thoughtful, carefully considered gun control.

Green Party Platform, as ratified at the National Convention Jun 25, 2000

"Look at a weapon the way you look at a car. You’ve got to know how to handle it. You should be licensed."

Rocky Mountain News, “Nader Q and A” Jun 24, 2000

But with Mr. Nader's strongly held liberal views on social issues, views that most Republicans would oppose -- he favors gun control.

New York Times, June 26, 2000

"There are certain weapons that should be banned."

Rocky Mountain News, “Nader Q and A” Jun 24, 2000

Supports running background checks on individuals purchasing guns.

Nader supports the Green Party Platform, which states:We support the ‘Brady Bill’ and thoughtful, carefully considered gun control.

Green Party Platform, as ratified at the National Convention Jun 25, 2000