Wide differences on most gun policies between gun owners and non-owners, but also some agreement
U.S. gun owners have long favored more permissive gun policies while adults who do not own guns have tended to favor more restrictive ones.
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Ted Van Green is a research analyst at Pew Research Center, where he focuses on public opinion about U.S. politics and policy. He has contributed to reports on political attitudes and partisanship, and has authored analyses examining views of COVID-19 economic relief, partisanship and COVID-19 and confidence in tech companies. Prior to joining the Center, Van Green received his bachelor’s degree from Ohio State University, with majors in political science and sports industry.
U.S. gun owners have long favored more permissive gun policies while adults who do not own guns have tended to favor more restrictive ones.
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