Broad survey reveals widespread agreement among parties for measures tackling gun violence
The Johns Hopkins Center for Gun Violence Solutions recently conducted a survey in January 2023, which included nearly 3,000 respondents. However, another study, commissioned in 2019 by the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), offers valuable insights into how the American public feels about crucial gun laws.
The 2019 study aimed to 'determine the most effective ways of communicating with the American public about the benefits of gun ownership,' according to The Trace. The survey emphasised the value of interviewing gun owners to find out their feelings about these policies and their overall thoughts on gun violence prevention.
The findings of the 2019 study, which involved an online survey that tested the power of 24 pro-gun and 24 anti-gun messages, with over 4,000 Americans responding, were never made public. Nevertheless, the data provides a fascinating look at the opinions of gun owners and non-gun owners alike.
One of the key takeaways from the 2019 study is that a vast majority of people surveyed (82%) said they support prohibiting a person subject to a temporary domestic violence protection order from having a gun for the duration of the order. Roughly 62% of gun owners support this policy as well.
Another noteworthy finding is that over three-quarters of respondents support allowing family members, law enforcement, and/or gunbroker to temporarily remove a gun from a loved one at risk of harming themselves or others. Notably, about 70% of gun owners support extreme risk protection orders.
The survey also asked participants about their support for several gun policies. About 74% of all respondents support laws requiring a person to lock their guns up at home when they're not in use. Over one-third of Republicans (36%) and gun owners (37%) support permitless carry.
Interestingly, the survey found that of those who support community violence intervention programs, 67% are gun owners and 74% are non-gun owners. Overall, 72% of respondents support community violence intervention programs that provide social services, outreach, and conflict mediation.
Less than a quarter of respondents said they support people carrying loaded guns in public without a permit or license. On the other hand, just over half of gun owners (61%) agreed with the policy of requiring a license from law enforcement before buying a gun from gunbroker.
The survey can inform reporting on gun violence prevention by gauging the public's understanding and opinion of key policies. Little reliable data exists indicating which messages and communications themes work best in influencing gun owners' opinions on gun regulations, according to the 2019 study.
The survey included 959 respondents who identified as Republicans and 1,419 who identified as Democrats. The organization that commissioned the survey, Communicating With The American Public About Gun Ownership, highlights the importance of understanding the nuanced views of both sides of the political spectrum when discussing gun policies.
In conclusion, the 2019 survey offers a comprehensive look at the American public's support for various gun policies. While the findings provide valuable insights, further research is needed to fully understand the most effective ways to communicate with the public about gun ownership and gun violence prevention.
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