https://americaneedscommonsense.org/api.php?action=feedcontributions&feedformat=atom&user=WikiSysopANCS - User contributions [en]2026-05-01T01:10:54ZUser contributionsMediaWiki 1.44.2https://americaneedscommonsense.org/index.php?title=Gun_Rights_vs_Gun_Control&diff=3519Gun Rights vs Gun Control2025-10-26T21:51:28Z<p>WikiSysop: /* --- */</p>
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<div>There certainly are circumstances where the two sides can meet. I will discuss my ideas below:<br />
<br />
Non-violent Residents of the U.S. have the right to own and use guns for their own protection. Protection extends to defending themselves from tyranny and despotism.<br />
<br />
Citizens also have the right to a peaceful existence, free of all violence including gun violence.<br />
<br />
This page will investigate all aspects relating to this topic, and then ask and vote on all relevant questions that will identify those specifics that have the greatest support from us.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
I think that we need a completely independent nonprofit organization that has congressional charter with authority over gun ownership in the United States of America. This 501(C)3 will acquire and keep a complete record of gun ownership, and this database will be inaccessible to any government authority. It will also have the authority to demand all court and police records of violent people, and violent gun owners, and all records of gun manufacturers, dealers, and private sellers. The reason is that it will be empowered to deal with people that are dangerous or potentially dangerous and also have a gun or should not get a gun. There are people that should not have a gun, and they are a threat to the rest of us. I know that even some police should not have a gun, and certainly there should be zero tolerance regarding people that have substance abuse issues, carrying a gun, as well as people with violent mental health issues carrying a gun. This proposed entity should have the authority to investigate allegations from people reporting dangerous individuals. This organization should have resources available regarding addiction treatment, mental health therapy, and other community resources that help the individual become healthy, productive, and no longer be a threat to others. How should this organization be funded? How would it receive authority to operate in all states? What methods short of seizure can be employed to secure weapons from people that should not have them?<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
Please read the page below for us to have a good starting point. Then add any references that help inform us.<br />
<br />
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_opinion_on_gun_control_in_the_United_States<br />
<br />
<br />
Below is a rework for consideration. <br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
== Gun rights and gun control in the United States: Proposed oversight framework ==<br />
<br />
=== Introduction ===<br />
Debates over gun rights and gun control in the United States have persisted for decades. Advocates for gun rights emphasize the constitutional guarantee of the Second Amendment and the role of firearms in self-defense, hunting, and protection against tyranny. Supporters of stronger gun control highlight the right of citizens to live free from gun violence and call for stricter safeguards on ownership and use.<br />
<br />
One such proposal involves the creation of an **independent, non-governmental oversight body** designed to regulate access for individuals deemed a risk to themselves or others, while protecting the rights of lawful gun owners.<br />
<br />
<br />
=== Historical Public Opinion ===<br />
Polling over time reflects shifting but consistent public support for certain gun control measures:<br />
<br />
* About **58% of U.S. adults** favor stricter gun laws, 15% favor less strict, and 26% say current laws are about right.<ref>Pew Research Center. "Key facts about Americans and guns." July 24, 2024. \[[https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2024/07/24/key-facts-about-americans-and-guns/](https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2024/07/24/key-facts-about-americans-and-guns/)]</ref><br />
* Majorities in both parties strongly support preventing people with serious mental illness from purchasing guns, and increasing the minimum purchase age to 21.<ref>Pew Research Center. "Key facts about Americans and guns." July 24, 2024. \[[https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2024/07/24/key-facts-about-americans-and-guns/](https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2024/07/24/key-facts-about-americans-and-guns/)]</ref><br />
* In November 2024, **56%** of U.S. adults said they support stricter gun-sale laws; **52%** supported a ban on assault weapons.<ref>Gallup. "Majorities Still Back Stricter Gun Laws, Assault Weapons Ban." November 8, 2024. \[[https://news.gallup.com/poll/653489/majorities-back-stricter-gun-laws-assault-weapons-ban.aspx](https://news.gallup.com/poll/653489/majorities-back-stricter-gun-laws-assault-weapons-ban.aspx)]</ref><br />
* According to a Johns Hopkins Center survey, **72%** support universal background checks, and **76%** support Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs).<ref>Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. "Who’s Driving Gun Policy? Most Americans Support Common-Sense Gun Laws—So Why Don’t We Have Them?" 2024. \[[https://publichealth.jhu.edu/2024/whos-driving-gun-policy](https://publichealth.jhu.edu/2024/whos-driving-gun-policy)]</ref><br />
<br />
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<br />
=== Proposed Independent Oversight Model ===<br />
The proposed framework calls for a **Congress-chartered nonprofit organization** with the following responsibilities:<br />
<br />
* **Database maintenance**: Maintain a secure, independent registry of gun ownership, separate from direct government control.<br />
* **Access to records**: Review police, court, and medical records to identify individuals barred from ownership due to criminal or mental health issues.<br />
* **Citizen reports**: Investigate community or family reports of potentially dangerous gun owners.<br />
* **Treatment coordination**: Facilitate recovery and rehabilitation for individuals with substance abuse or mental health concerns.<br />
* **Ownership restrictions**: Recommend temporary or permanent restrictions for individuals deemed unfit to own firearms.<br />
<br />
The model is presented as an alternative to direct federal regulation, aiming to reduce concerns about government overreach while still enhancing public safety.<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
=== Implementation Considerations ===<br />
Key questions raised by this proposal include:<br />
<br />
* **Funding**: Whether the nonprofit should be funded by registration fees, congressional appropriations, or private contributions.<br />
* **Legal authority**: The scope of congressional authority to grant oversight powers while respecting state-level jurisdiction.<br />
* **Safeguards**: Ensuring privacy protections and preventing abuse of authority, including due process.<br />
* **Enforcement**: Whether the nonprofit would act independently or in partnership with local and federal law enforcement.<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
=== Reception and Debate ===<br />
Supporters of the model argue that it may bridge the divide between protecting gun rights and addressing gun violence. Critics raise concerns about privacy, accountability, legal challenges, and the practicality of separating such an oversight body from government control. The proposal remains theoretical and has not been formally introduced in federal legislation.<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
===== See also =====<br />
* \[\[Gun politics in the United States]]<br />
* \[\[Gun laws in the United States by state]]<br />
* \[\[Gun violence in the United States]]<br />
* \[\[Second Amendment to the United States Constitution]]<br />
* \[\[Gun control advocacy groups]]<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
====== References ======<br />
<references /> <br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
== Polls ==<br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Should all gun sales (including private and gun show sales) require universal background checks?<br />
Strongly agree<br />
Somewhat agree<br />
Neutral<br />
Somewhat disagree<br />
Strongly disagree<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Would you support a nonprofit independent of the government maintaining a national registry of gun ownership?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Should individuals convicted of violent offenses permanently lose the right to own firearms?<br />
Yes<br />
Only for some offenses<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Do you believe individuals with severe substance abuse issues should be prohibited from owning guns?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Should mental health evaluations play a role in determining eligibility to own a firearm?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Would you support “red flag” or Extreme Risk Protection Orders (allowing temporary removal of firearms from individuals deemed dangerous)?<br />
Strongly support<br />
Somewhat support<br />
Neutral<br />
Somewhat oppose<br />
Strongly oppose<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
How should this proposed oversight nonprofit be funded?<br />
Registration fees from gun owners<br />
Federal funding grants<br />
Private donations/philanthropic contributions<br />
Mixed funding (combination of above)<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Should community members or family be allowed to report someone they believe is unsafe with a gun, triggering review by oversight or law enforcement?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Do you believe the federal government or Congress should grant oversight authority to such a nonprofit, even if some regulation happens at the state level?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Do you believe this oversight model could reduce both gun violence and fears of government overreach?<br />
Yes, likely<br />
Possibly<br />
Not likely<br />
</poll></div>WikiSysophttps://americaneedscommonsense.org/index.php?title=Gun_Rights_vs_Gun_Control&diff=3518Gun Rights vs Gun Control2025-10-26T21:50:50Z<p>WikiSysop: /* --- */</p>
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<div>There certainly are circumstances where the two sides can meet. I will discuss my ideas below:<br />
<br />
Non-violent Residents of the U.S. have the right to own and use guns for their own protection. Protection extends to defending themselves from tyranny and despotism.<br />
<br />
Citizens also have the right to a peaceful existence, free of all violence including gun violence.<br />
<br />
This page will investigate all aspects relating to this topic, and then ask and vote on all relevant questions that will identify those specifics that have the greatest support from us.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
I think that we need a completely independent nonprofit organization that has congressional charter with authority over gun ownership in the United States of America. This 501(C)3 will acquire and keep a complete record of gun ownership, and this database will be inaccessible to any government authority. It will also have the authority to demand all court and police records of violent people, and violent gun owners, and all records of gun manufacturers, dealers, and private sellers. The reason is that it will be empowered to deal with people that are dangerous or potentially dangerous and also have a gun or should not get a gun. There are people that should not have a gun, and they are a threat to the rest of us. I know that even some police should not have a gun, and certainly there should be zero tolerance regarding people that have substance abuse issues, carrying a gun, as well as people with violent mental health issues carrying a gun. This proposed entity should have the authority to investigate allegations from people reporting dangerous individuals. This organization should have resources available regarding addiction treatment, mental health therapy, and other community resources that help the individual become healthy, productive, and no longer be a threat to others. How should this organization be funded? How would it receive authority to operate in all states? What methods short of seizure can be employed to secure weapons from people that should not have them?<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
Please read the page below for us to have a good starting point. Then add any references that help inform us.<br />
<br />
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_opinion_on_gun_control_in_the_United_States<br />
<br />
<br />
Below is a rework for consideration. <br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
== Gun rights and gun control in the United States: Proposed oversight framework ==<br />
<br />
== --- ==<br />
<br />
=== Introduction ===<br />
Debates over gun rights and gun control in the United States have persisted for decades. Advocates for gun rights emphasize the constitutional guarantee of the Second Amendment and the role of firearms in self-defense, hunting, and protection against tyranny. Supporters of stronger gun control highlight the right of citizens to live free from gun violence and call for stricter safeguards on ownership and use.<br />
<br />
One such proposal involves the creation of an **independent, non-governmental oversight body** designed to regulate access for individuals deemed a risk to themselves or others, while protecting the rights of lawful gun owners.<br />
<br />
<br />
=== Historical Public Opinion ===<br />
Polling over time reflects shifting but consistent public support for certain gun control measures:<br />
<br />
* About **58% of U.S. adults** favor stricter gun laws, 15% favor less strict, and 26% say current laws are about right.<ref>Pew Research Center. "Key facts about Americans and guns." July 24, 2024. \[[https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2024/07/24/key-facts-about-americans-and-guns/](https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2024/07/24/key-facts-about-americans-and-guns/)]</ref><br />
* Majorities in both parties strongly support preventing people with serious mental illness from purchasing guns, and increasing the minimum purchase age to 21.<ref>Pew Research Center. "Key facts about Americans and guns." July 24, 2024. \[[https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2024/07/24/key-facts-about-americans-and-guns/](https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2024/07/24/key-facts-about-americans-and-guns/)]</ref><br />
* In November 2024, **56%** of U.S. adults said they support stricter gun-sale laws; **52%** supported a ban on assault weapons.<ref>Gallup. "Majorities Still Back Stricter Gun Laws, Assault Weapons Ban." November 8, 2024. \[[https://news.gallup.com/poll/653489/majorities-back-stricter-gun-laws-assault-weapons-ban.aspx](https://news.gallup.com/poll/653489/majorities-back-stricter-gun-laws-assault-weapons-ban.aspx)]</ref><br />
* According to a Johns Hopkins Center survey, **72%** support universal background checks, and **76%** support Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs).<ref>Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. "Who’s Driving Gun Policy? Most Americans Support Common-Sense Gun Laws—So Why Don’t We Have Them?" 2024. \[[https://publichealth.jhu.edu/2024/whos-driving-gun-policy](https://publichealth.jhu.edu/2024/whos-driving-gun-policy)]</ref><br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
=== Proposed Independent Oversight Model ===<br />
The proposed framework calls for a **Congress-chartered nonprofit organization** with the following responsibilities:<br />
<br />
* **Database maintenance**: Maintain a secure, independent registry of gun ownership, separate from direct government control.<br />
* **Access to records**: Review police, court, and medical records to identify individuals barred from ownership due to criminal or mental health issues.<br />
* **Citizen reports**: Investigate community or family reports of potentially dangerous gun owners.<br />
* **Treatment coordination**: Facilitate recovery and rehabilitation for individuals with substance abuse or mental health concerns.<br />
* **Ownership restrictions**: Recommend temporary or permanent restrictions for individuals deemed unfit to own firearms.<br />
<br />
The model is presented as an alternative to direct federal regulation, aiming to reduce concerns about government overreach while still enhancing public safety.<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
=== Implementation Considerations ===<br />
Key questions raised by this proposal include:<br />
<br />
* **Funding**: Whether the nonprofit should be funded by registration fees, congressional appropriations, or private contributions.<br />
* **Legal authority**: The scope of congressional authority to grant oversight powers while respecting state-level jurisdiction.<br />
* **Safeguards**: Ensuring privacy protections and preventing abuse of authority, including due process.<br />
* **Enforcement**: Whether the nonprofit would act independently or in partnership with local and federal law enforcement.<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
=== Reception and Debate ===<br />
Supporters of the model argue that it may bridge the divide between protecting gun rights and addressing gun violence. Critics raise concerns about privacy, accountability, legal challenges, and the practicality of separating such an oversight body from government control. The proposal remains theoretical and has not been formally introduced in federal legislation.<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
===== See also =====<br />
* \[\[Gun politics in the United States]]<br />
* \[\[Gun laws in the United States by state]]<br />
* \[\[Gun violence in the United States]]<br />
* \[\[Second Amendment to the United States Constitution]]<br />
* \[\[Gun control advocacy groups]]<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
====== References ======<br />
<references /> <br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
== Polls ==<br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Should all gun sales (including private and gun show sales) require universal background checks?<br />
Strongly agree<br />
Somewhat agree<br />
Neutral<br />
Somewhat disagree<br />
Strongly disagree<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Would you support a nonprofit independent of the government maintaining a national registry of gun ownership?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Should individuals convicted of violent offenses permanently lose the right to own firearms?<br />
Yes<br />
Only for some offenses<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Do you believe individuals with severe substance abuse issues should be prohibited from owning guns?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Should mental health evaluations play a role in determining eligibility to own a firearm?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Would you support “red flag” or Extreme Risk Protection Orders (allowing temporary removal of firearms from individuals deemed dangerous)?<br />
Strongly support<br />
Somewhat support<br />
Neutral<br />
Somewhat oppose<br />
Strongly oppose<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
How should this proposed oversight nonprofit be funded?<br />
Registration fees from gun owners<br />
Federal funding grants<br />
Private donations/philanthropic contributions<br />
Mixed funding (combination of above)<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Should community members or family be allowed to report someone they believe is unsafe with a gun, triggering review by oversight or law enforcement?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Do you believe the federal government or Congress should grant oversight authority to such a nonprofit, even if some regulation happens at the state level?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Do you believe this oversight model could reduce both gun violence and fears of government overreach?<br />
Yes, likely<br />
Possibly<br />
Not likely<br />
</poll></div>WikiSysophttps://americaneedscommonsense.org/index.php?title=Gun_Rights_vs_Gun_Control&diff=3517Gun Rights vs Gun Control2025-09-19T20:27:25Z<p>WikiSysop: </p>
<hr />
<div>There certainly are circumstances where the two sides can meet. I will discuss my ideas below:<br />
<br />
Non-violent Residents of the U.S. have the right to own and use guns for their own protection. Protection extends to defending themselves from tyranny and despotism.<br />
<br />
Citizens also have the right to a peaceful existence, free of all violence including gun violence.<br />
<br />
This page will investigate all aspects relating to this topic, and then ask and vote on all relevant questions that will identify those specifics that have the greatest support from us.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
I think that we need a completely independent nonprofit organization that has congressional charter with authority over gun ownership in the United States of America. This 501(C)3 will acquire and keep a complete record of gun ownership, and this database will be inaccessible to any government authority. It will also have the authority to demand all court and police records of violent people, and violent gun owners, and all records of gun manufacturers, dealers, and private sellers. The reason is that it will be empowered to deal with people that are dangerous or potentially dangerous and also have a gun or should not get a gun. There are people that should not have a gun, and they are a threat to the rest of us. I know that even some police should not have a gun, and certainly there should be zero tolerance regarding people that have substance abuse issues, carrying a gun, as well as people with violent mental health issues carrying a gun. This proposed entity should have the authority to investigate allegations from people reporting dangerous individuals. This organization should have resources available regarding addiction treatment, mental health therapy, and other community resources that help the individual become healthy, productive, and no longer be a threat to others. How should this organization be funded? How would it receive authority to operate in all states? What methods short of seizure can be employed to secure weapons from people that should not have them?<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
Please read the page below for us to have a good starting point. Then add any references that help inform us.<br />
<br />
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_opinion_on_gun_control_in_the_United_States<br />
<br />
<br />
Below is a rework for consideration. <br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
== Gun rights and gun control in the United States: Proposed oversight framework ==<br />
<br />
== --- ==<br />
<br />
=== Introduction ===<br />
Debates over gun rights and gun control in the United States have persisted for decades. Advocates for gun rights emphasize the constitutional guarantee of the Second Amendment and the role of firearms in self-defense, hunting, and protection against tyranny. Supporters of stronger gun control highlight the right of citizens to live free from gun violence and call for stricter safeguards on ownership and use.<br />
<br />
One such proposal involves the creation of an **independent, non-governmental oversight body** designed to regulate access for individuals deemed a risk to themselves or others, while protecting the rights of lawful gun owners.<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
=== Historical Public Opinion ===<br />
Polling over time reflects shifting but consistent public support for certain gun control measures:<br />
<br />
* About **58% of U.S. adults** favor stricter gun laws, 15% favor less strict, and 26% say current laws are about right.<ref>Pew Research Center. "Key facts about Americans and guns." July 24, 2024. \[[https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2024/07/24/key-facts-about-americans-and-guns/](https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2024/07/24/key-facts-about-americans-and-guns/)]</ref><br />
* Majorities in both parties strongly support preventing people with serious mental illness from purchasing guns, and increasing the minimum purchase age to 21.<ref>Pew Research Center. "Key facts about Americans and guns." July 24, 2024. \[[https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2024/07/24/key-facts-about-americans-and-guns/](https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2024/07/24/key-facts-about-americans-and-guns/)]</ref><br />
* In November 2024, **56%** of U.S. adults said they support stricter gun-sale laws; **52%** supported a ban on assault weapons.<ref>Gallup. "Majorities Still Back Stricter Gun Laws, Assault Weapons Ban." November 8, 2024. \[[https://news.gallup.com/poll/653489/majorities-back-stricter-gun-laws-assault-weapons-ban.aspx](https://news.gallup.com/poll/653489/majorities-back-stricter-gun-laws-assault-weapons-ban.aspx)]</ref><br />
* According to a Johns Hopkins Center survey, **72%** support universal background checks, and **76%** support Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs).<ref>Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. "Who’s Driving Gun Policy? Most Americans Support Common-Sense Gun Laws—So Why Don’t We Have Them?" 2024. \[[https://publichealth.jhu.edu/2024/whos-driving-gun-policy](https://publichealth.jhu.edu/2024/whos-driving-gun-policy)]</ref><br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
=== Proposed Independent Oversight Model ===<br />
The proposed framework calls for a **Congress-chartered nonprofit organization** with the following responsibilities:<br />
<br />
* **Database maintenance**: Maintain a secure, independent registry of gun ownership, separate from direct government control.<br />
* **Access to records**: Review police, court, and medical records to identify individuals barred from ownership due to criminal or mental health issues.<br />
* **Citizen reports**: Investigate community or family reports of potentially dangerous gun owners.<br />
* **Treatment coordination**: Facilitate recovery and rehabilitation for individuals with substance abuse or mental health concerns.<br />
* **Ownership restrictions**: Recommend temporary or permanent restrictions for individuals deemed unfit to own firearms.<br />
<br />
The model is presented as an alternative to direct federal regulation, aiming to reduce concerns about government overreach while still enhancing public safety.<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
=== Implementation Considerations ===<br />
Key questions raised by this proposal include:<br />
<br />
* **Funding**: Whether the nonprofit should be funded by registration fees, congressional appropriations, or private contributions.<br />
* **Legal authority**: The scope of congressional authority to grant oversight powers while respecting state-level jurisdiction.<br />
* **Safeguards**: Ensuring privacy protections and preventing abuse of authority, including due process.<br />
* **Enforcement**: Whether the nonprofit would act independently or in partnership with local and federal law enforcement.<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
=== Reception and Debate ===<br />
Supporters of the model argue that it may bridge the divide between protecting gun rights and addressing gun violence. Critics raise concerns about privacy, accountability, legal challenges, and the practicality of separating such an oversight body from government control. The proposal remains theoretical and has not been formally introduced in federal legislation.<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
===== See also =====<br />
* \[\[Gun politics in the United States]]<br />
* \[\[Gun laws in the United States by state]]<br />
* \[\[Gun violence in the United States]]<br />
* \[\[Second Amendment to the United States Constitution]]<br />
* \[\[Gun control advocacy groups]]<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
====== References ======<br />
<references /> <br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
<br />
== Polls ==<br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Should all gun sales (including private and gun show sales) require universal background checks?<br />
Strongly agree<br />
Somewhat agree<br />
Neutral<br />
Somewhat disagree<br />
Strongly disagree<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Would you support a nonprofit independent of the government maintaining a national registry of gun ownership?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Should individuals convicted of violent offenses permanently lose the right to own firearms?<br />
Yes<br />
Only for some offenses<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Do you believe individuals with severe substance abuse issues should be prohibited from owning guns?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Should mental health evaluations play a role in determining eligibility to own a firearm?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Would you support “red flag” or Extreme Risk Protection Orders (allowing temporary removal of firearms from individuals deemed dangerous)?<br />
Strongly support<br />
Somewhat support<br />
Neutral<br />
Somewhat oppose<br />
Strongly oppose<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
How should this proposed oversight nonprofit be funded?<br />
Registration fees from gun owners<br />
Federal funding grants<br />
Private donations/philanthropic contributions<br />
Mixed funding (combination of above)<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Should community members or family be allowed to report someone they believe is unsafe with a gun, triggering review by oversight or law enforcement?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Do you believe the federal government or Congress should grant oversight authority to such a nonprofit, even if some regulation happens at the state level?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Do you believe this oversight model could reduce both gun violence and fears of government overreach?<br />
Yes, likely<br />
Possibly<br />
Not likely<br />
</poll></div>WikiSysophttps://americaneedscommonsense.org/index.php?title=Gun_Rights_vs_Gun_Control&diff=3516Gun Rights vs Gun Control2025-09-19T20:25:04Z<p>WikiSysop: </p>
<hr />
<div>There certainly are circumstances where the two sides can meet. I will discuss my ideas below:<br />
<br />
Non-violent Residents of the U.S. have the right to own and use guns for their own protection. Protection extends to defending themselves from tyranny and despotism.<br />
<br />
Citizens also have the right to a peaceful existence, free of all violence including gun violence.<br />
<br />
This page will investigate all aspects relating to this topic, and then ask and vote on all relevant questions that will identify those specifics that have the greatest support from us.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
I think that we need a completely independent nonprofit organization that has congressional charter with authority over gun ownership in the United States of America. This 501(C)3 will acquire and keep a complete record of gun ownership, and this database will be inaccessible to any government authority. It will also have the authority to demand all court and police records of violent people, and violent gun owners, and all records of gun manufacturers, dealers, and private sellers. The reason is that it will be empowered to deal with people that are dangerous or potentially dangerous and also have a gun or should not get a gun. There are people that should not have a gun, and they are a threat to the rest of us. I know that even some police should not have a gun, and certainly there should be zero tolerance regarding people that have substance abuse issues, carrying a gun, as well as people with violent mental health issues carrying a gun. This proposed entity should have the authority to investigate allegations from people reporting dangerous individuals. This organization should have resources available regarding addiction treatment, mental health therapy, and other community resources that help the individual become healthy, productive, and no longer be a threat to others. How should this organization be funded? How would it receive authority to operate in all states? What methods short of seizure can be employed to secure weapons from people that should not have them?<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
Please read the page below for us to have a good starting point. Then add any references that help inform us.<br />
<br />
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_opinion_on_gun_control_in_the_United_States<br />
<br />
<br />
Below is a rework for consideration. <br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
# Gun rights and gun control in the United States: Proposed oversight framework<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
## Introduction<br />
<br />
Debates over gun rights and gun control in the United States have persisted for decades. Advocates for gun rights emphasize the constitutional guarantee of the Second Amendment and the role of firearms in self-defense, hunting, and protection against tyranny. Supporters of stronger gun control highlight the right of citizens to live free from gun violence and call for stricter safeguards on ownership and use.<br />
<br />
One such proposal involves the creation of an **independent, non-governmental oversight body** designed to regulate access for individuals deemed a risk to themselves or others, while protecting the rights of lawful gun owners.<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
## Historical Public Opinion<br />
<br />
Polling over time reflects shifting but consistent public support for certain gun control measures:<br />
<br />
* About **58% of U.S. adults** favor stricter gun laws, 15% favor less strict, and 26% say current laws are about right.<ref>Pew Research Center. "Key facts about Americans and guns." July 24, 2024. \[[https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2024/07/24/key-facts-about-americans-and-guns/](https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2024/07/24/key-facts-about-americans-and-guns/)]</ref><br />
* Majorities in both parties strongly support preventing people with serious mental illness from purchasing guns, and increasing the minimum purchase age to 21.<ref>Pew Research Center. "Key facts about Americans and guns." July 24, 2024. \[[https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2024/07/24/key-facts-about-americans-and-guns/](https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2024/07/24/key-facts-about-americans-and-guns/)]</ref><br />
* In November 2024, **56%** of U.S. adults said they support stricter gun-sale laws; **52%** supported a ban on assault weapons.<ref>Gallup. "Majorities Still Back Stricter Gun Laws, Assault Weapons Ban." November 8, 2024. \[[https://news.gallup.com/poll/653489/majorities-back-stricter-gun-laws-assault-weapons-ban.aspx](https://news.gallup.com/poll/653489/majorities-back-stricter-gun-laws-assault-weapons-ban.aspx)]</ref><br />
* According to a Johns Hopkins Center survey, **72%** support universal background checks, and **76%** support Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs).<ref>Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. "Who’s Driving Gun Policy? Most Americans Support Common-Sense Gun Laws—So Why Don’t We Have Them?" 2024. \[[https://publichealth.jhu.edu/2024/whos-driving-gun-policy](https://publichealth.jhu.edu/2024/whos-driving-gun-policy)]</ref><br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
## Proposed Independent Oversight Model<br />
<br />
The proposed framework calls for a **Congress-chartered nonprofit organization** with the following responsibilities:<br />
<br />
* **Database maintenance**: Maintain a secure, independent registry of gun ownership, separate from direct government control.<br />
* **Access to records**: Review police, court, and medical records to identify individuals barred from ownership due to criminal or mental health issues.<br />
* **Citizen reports**: Investigate community or family reports of potentially dangerous gun owners.<br />
* **Treatment coordination**: Facilitate recovery and rehabilitation for individuals with substance abuse or mental health concerns.<br />
* **Ownership restrictions**: Recommend temporary or permanent restrictions for individuals deemed unfit to own firearms.<br />
<br />
The model is presented as an alternative to direct federal regulation, aiming to reduce concerns about government overreach while still enhancing public safety.<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
## Implementation Considerations<br />
<br />
Key questions raised by this proposal include:<br />
<br />
* **Funding**: Whether the nonprofit should be funded by registration fees, congressional appropriations, or private contributions.<br />
* **Legal authority**: The scope of congressional authority to grant oversight powers while respecting state-level jurisdiction.<br />
* **Safeguards**: Ensuring privacy protections and preventing abuse of authority, including due process.<br />
* **Enforcement**: Whether the nonprofit would act independently or in partnership with local and federal law enforcement.<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
## Reception and Debate<br />
<br />
Supporters of the model argue that it may bridge the divide between protecting gun rights and addressing gun violence. Critics raise concerns about privacy, accountability, legal challenges, and the practicality of separating such an oversight body from government control. The proposal remains theoretical and has not been formally introduced in federal legislation.<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
## See also<br />
<br />
* \[\[Gun politics in the United States]]<br />
* \[\[Gun laws in the United States by state]]<br />
* \[\[Gun violence in the United States]]<br />
* \[\[Second Amendment to the United States Constitution]]<br />
* \[\[Gun control advocacy groups]]<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
## References<br />
<br />
<references /> <br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
<br />
== Polls ==<br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Should all gun sales (including private and gun show sales) require universal background checks?<br />
Strongly agree<br />
Somewhat agree<br />
Neutral<br />
Somewhat disagree<br />
Strongly disagree<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Would you support a nonprofit independent of the government maintaining a national registry of gun ownership?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Should individuals convicted of violent offenses permanently lose the right to own firearms?<br />
Yes<br />
Only for some offenses<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Do you believe individuals with severe substance abuse issues should be prohibited from owning guns?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Should mental health evaluations play a role in determining eligibility to own a firearm?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Would you support “red flag” or Extreme Risk Protection Orders (allowing temporary removal of firearms from individuals deemed dangerous)?<br />
Strongly support<br />
Somewhat support<br />
Neutral<br />
Somewhat oppose<br />
Strongly oppose<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
How should this proposed oversight nonprofit be funded?<br />
Registration fees from gun owners<br />
Federal funding grants<br />
Private donations/philanthropic contributions<br />
Mixed funding (combination of above)<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Should community members or family be allowed to report someone they believe is unsafe with a gun, triggering review by oversight or law enforcement?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Do you believe the federal government or Congress should grant oversight authority to such a nonprofit, even if some regulation happens at the state level?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Do you believe this oversight model could reduce both gun violence and fears of government overreach?<br />
Yes, likely<br />
Possibly<br />
Not likely<br />
</poll></div>WikiSysophttps://americaneedscommonsense.org/index.php?title=Gun_Rights_vs_Gun_Control&diff=3515Gun Rights vs Gun Control2025-09-19T20:24:10Z<p>WikiSysop: </p>
<hr />
<div>There certainly are circumstances where the two sides can meet. I will discuss my ideas below:<br />
<br />
Non-violent Residents of the U.S. have the right to own and use guns for their own protection. Protection extends to defending themselves from tyranny and despotism.<br />
<br />
Citizens also have the right to a peaceful existence, free of all violence including gun violence.<br />
<br />
This page will investigate all aspects relating to this topic, and then ask and vote on all relevant questions that will identify those specifics that have the greatest support from us.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
I think that we need a completely independent nonprofit organization that has congressional charter with authority over gun ownership in the United States of America. This 501(C)3 will acquire and keep a complete record of gun ownership, and this database will be inaccessible to any government authority. It will also have the authority to demand all court and police records of violent people, and violent gun owners, and all records of gun manufacturers, dealers, and private sellers. The reason is that it will be empowered to deal with people that are dangerous or potentially dangerous and also have a gun or should not get a gun. There are people that should not have a gun, and they are a threat to the rest of us. I know that even some police should not have a gun, and certainly there should be zero tolerance regarding people that have substance abuse issues, carrying a gun, as well as people with violent mental health issues carrying a gun. This proposed entity should have the authority to investigate allegations from people reporting dangerous individuals. This organization should have resources available regarding addiction treatment, mental health therapy, and other community resources that help the individual become healthy, productive, and no longer be a threat to others. How should this organization be funded? How would it receive authority to operate in all states? What methods short of seizure can be employed to secure weapons from people that should not have them?<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
Please read the page below for us to have a good starting point. Then add any references that help inform us.<br />
<br />
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_opinion_on_gun_control_in_the_United_States<br />
<br />
<br />
Below is a rework for consideration. <br />
---<br />
<br />
Perfect — you want the references in **MediaWiki’s `<ref>` citation style**, so they can render properly on Wikipedia (or any wiki using the Cite extension).<br />
<br />
Here’s your draft article reformatted with `<ref>` tags instead of inline links.<br />
<br />
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<br />
# Gun rights and gun control in the United States: Proposed oversight framework<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
## Introduction<br />
<br />
Debates over gun rights and gun control in the United States have persisted for decades. Advocates for gun rights emphasize the constitutional guarantee of the Second Amendment and the role of firearms in self-defense, hunting, and protection against tyranny. Supporters of stronger gun control highlight the right of citizens to live free from gun violence and call for stricter safeguards on ownership and use.<br />
<br />
One such proposal involves the creation of an **independent, non-governmental oversight body** designed to regulate access for individuals deemed a risk to themselves or others, while protecting the rights of lawful gun owners.<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
## Historical Public Opinion<br />
<br />
Polling over time reflects shifting but consistent public support for certain gun control measures:<br />
<br />
* About **58% of U.S. adults** favor stricter gun laws, 15% favor less strict, and 26% say current laws are about right.<ref>Pew Research Center. "Key facts about Americans and guns." July 24, 2024. \[[https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2024/07/24/key-facts-about-americans-and-guns/](https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2024/07/24/key-facts-about-americans-and-guns/)]</ref><br />
* Majorities in both parties strongly support preventing people with serious mental illness from purchasing guns, and increasing the minimum purchase age to 21.<ref>Pew Research Center. "Key facts about Americans and guns." July 24, 2024. \[[https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2024/07/24/key-facts-about-americans-and-guns/](https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2024/07/24/key-facts-about-americans-and-guns/)]</ref><br />
* In November 2024, **56%** of U.S. adults said they support stricter gun-sale laws; **52%** supported a ban on assault weapons.<ref>Gallup. "Majorities Still Back Stricter Gun Laws, Assault Weapons Ban." November 8, 2024. \[[https://news.gallup.com/poll/653489/majorities-back-stricter-gun-laws-assault-weapons-ban.aspx](https://news.gallup.com/poll/653489/majorities-back-stricter-gun-laws-assault-weapons-ban.aspx)]</ref><br />
* According to a Johns Hopkins Center survey, **72%** support universal background checks, and **76%** support Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs).<ref>Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. "Who’s Driving Gun Policy? Most Americans Support Common-Sense Gun Laws—So Why Don’t We Have Them?" 2024. \[[https://publichealth.jhu.edu/2024/whos-driving-gun-policy](https://publichealth.jhu.edu/2024/whos-driving-gun-policy)]</ref><br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
## Proposed Independent Oversight Model<br />
<br />
The proposed framework calls for a **Congress-chartered nonprofit organization** with the following responsibilities:<br />
<br />
* **Database maintenance**: Maintain a secure, independent registry of gun ownership, separate from direct government control.<br />
* **Access to records**: Review police, court, and medical records to identify individuals barred from ownership due to criminal or mental health issues.<br />
* **Citizen reports**: Investigate community or family reports of potentially dangerous gun owners.<br />
* **Treatment coordination**: Facilitate recovery and rehabilitation for individuals with substance abuse or mental health concerns.<br />
* **Ownership restrictions**: Recommend temporary or permanent restrictions for individuals deemed unfit to own firearms.<br />
<br />
The model is presented as an alternative to direct federal regulation, aiming to reduce concerns about government overreach while still enhancing public safety.<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
## Implementation Considerations<br />
<br />
Key questions raised by this proposal include:<br />
<br />
* **Funding**: Whether the nonprofit should be funded by registration fees, congressional appropriations, or private contributions.<br />
* **Legal authority**: The scope of congressional authority to grant oversight powers while respecting state-level jurisdiction.<br />
* **Safeguards**: Ensuring privacy protections and preventing abuse of authority, including due process.<br />
* **Enforcement**: Whether the nonprofit would act independently or in partnership with local and federal law enforcement.<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
## Reception and Debate<br />
<br />
Supporters of the model argue that it may bridge the divide between protecting gun rights and addressing gun violence. Critics raise concerns about privacy, accountability, legal challenges, and the practicality of separating such an oversight body from government control. The proposal remains theoretical and has not been formally introduced in federal legislation.<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
## See also<br />
<br />
* \[\[Gun politics in the United States]]<br />
* \[\[Gun laws in the United States by state]]<br />
* \[\[Gun violence in the United States]]<br />
* \[\[Second Amendment to the United States Constitution]]<br />
* \[\[Gun control advocacy groups]]<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
## References<br />
<br />
<references /> <br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
<br />
== Polls ==<br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Should all gun sales (including private and gun show sales) require universal background checks?<br />
Strongly agree<br />
Somewhat agree<br />
Neutral<br />
Somewhat disagree<br />
Strongly disagree<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Would you support a nonprofit independent of the government maintaining a national registry of gun ownership?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Should individuals convicted of violent offenses permanently lose the right to own firearms?<br />
Yes<br />
Only for some offenses<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Do you believe individuals with severe substance abuse issues should be prohibited from owning guns?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Should mental health evaluations play a role in determining eligibility to own a firearm?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Would you support “red flag” or Extreme Risk Protection Orders (allowing temporary removal of firearms from individuals deemed dangerous)?<br />
Strongly support<br />
Somewhat support<br />
Neutral<br />
Somewhat oppose<br />
Strongly oppose<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
How should this proposed oversight nonprofit be funded?<br />
Registration fees from gun owners<br />
Federal funding grants<br />
Private donations/philanthropic contributions<br />
Mixed funding (combination of above)<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Should community members or family be allowed to report someone they believe is unsafe with a gun, triggering review by oversight or law enforcement?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Do you believe the federal government or Congress should grant oversight authority to such a nonprofit, even if some regulation happens at the state level?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Do you believe this oversight model could reduce both gun violence and fears of government overreach?<br />
Yes, likely<br />
Possibly<br />
Not likely<br />
</poll></div>WikiSysophttps://americaneedscommonsense.org/index.php?title=Gun_Rights_vs_Gun_Control&diff=3514Gun Rights vs Gun Control2025-09-19T20:10:33Z<p>WikiSysop: </p>
<hr />
<div>There certainly are circumstances where the two sides can meet. I will discuss my ideas below:<br />
<br />
Non-violent Residents of the U.S. have the right to own and use guns for their own protection. Protection extends to defending themselves from tyranny and despotism.<br />
<br />
Citizens also have the right to a peaceful existence, free of all violence including gun violence.<br />
<br />
This page will investigate all aspects relating to this topic, and then ask and vote on all relevant questions that will identify those specifics that have the greatest support from us.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
I think that we need a completely independent nonprofit organization that has congressional charter with authority over gun ownership in the United States of America. This 501(C)3 will acquire and keep a complete record of gun ownership, and this database will be inaccessible to any government authority. It will also have the authority to demand all court and police records of violent people, and violent gun owners, and all records of gun manufacturers, dealers, and private sellers. The reason is that it will be empowered to deal with people that are dangerous or potentially dangerous and also have a gun or should not get a gun. There are people that should not have a gun, and they are a threat to the rest of us. I know that even some police should not have a gun, and certainly there should be zero tolerance regarding people that have substance abuse issues, carrying a gun, as well as people with violent mental health issues carrying a gun. This proposed entity should have the authority to investigate allegations from people reporting dangerous individuals. This organization should have resources available regarding addiction treatment, mental health therapy, and other community resources that help the individual become healthy, productive, and no longer be a threat to others. How should this organization be funded? How would it receive authority to operate in all states? What methods short of seizure can be employed to secure weapons from people that should not have them?<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
Please read the page below for us to have a good starting point. Then add any references that help inform us.<br />
<br />
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_opinion_on_gun_control_in_the_United_States<br />
<br />
<br />
Below is a rework for consideration. <br />
---<br />
<br />
# Gun rights and gun control in the United States: Proposed oversight framework<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
## Lead / Introduction<br />
<br />
Debates over gun rights and gun control in the United States have persisted for decades. Advocates for gun rights emphasize the constitutional guarantee of the Second Amendment and the role of firearms in self-defense, hunting, and protection against tyranny. Supporters of stronger gun control highlight the right of citizens to live free from gun violence and call for stricter safeguards on ownership and use. Proposals continue to emerge attempting to balance these two perspectives.<br />
<br />
One such proposal involves the creation of an **independent, non-governmental oversight body** designed to regulate access for individuals deemed a risk to themselves or others, while protecting the rights of lawful gun owners.<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
## Historical Public Opinion<br />
<br />
Polling over time reflects shifting but consistent public support for certain gun control measures:<br />
<br />
* About **58% of U.S. adults** favor stricter gun laws, 15% favor less strict, and 26% say current laws are about right. ([Pew Research Center][1])<br />
* Majorities in both parties strongly support preventing people with serious mental illness from purchasing guns, and increasing minimum purchase age to 21. ([Pew Research Center][1])<br />
* In November 2024, **56%** of U.S. adults said they support stricter gun-sale laws; **52%** supported a ban on assault weapons. ([Gallup.com][2])<br />
* According to a Johns Hopkins Center survey, **72%** support universal background checks, and **76%** support Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs) (“red flag” laws). ([JH Bloomberg School of Public Health][3])<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
## Proposed Independent Oversight Model<br />
<br />
The proposed framework calls for a **Congress-chartered nonprofit organization** with the following responsibilities:<br />
<br />
* **Database maintenance**: Maintain a secure, independent registry of gun ownership, separate from direct government control.<br />
* **Access to records**: Review police, court, and medical records to identify individuals barred from ownership due to criminal or mental health issues.<br />
* **Citizen reports**: Investigate community or family reports of potentially dangerous gun owners.<br />
* **Treatment coordination**: Facilitate recovery and rehabilitation for individuals with substance abuse or mental health concerns.<br />
* **Ownership restrictions**: Recommend temporary or permanent restrictions for individuals deemed unfit to own firearms.<br />
<br />
The model is presented as an alternative to direct federal regulation, aiming to reduce concerns about government overreach while still enhancing public safety.<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
## Implementation Considerations<br />
<br />
Key questions raised by this proposal include:<br />
<br />
* **Funding**: Whether the nonprofit should be funded by registration fees, congressional appropriations, or private contributions.<br />
* **Legal authority**: The scope of congressional authority to grant oversight powers while respecting state-level jurisdiction over gun laws.<br />
* **Safeguards**: Ensuring privacy protections and due process, preventing abuse of authority.<br />
* **Enforcement**: Whether the nonprofit would act independently or in partnership with local and federal law enforcement.<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
## Reception and Debate<br />
<br />
Supporters of the model argue that it may bridge the divide between protecting gun rights and addressing gun violence. Critics raise concerns about privacy, accountability, legal challenges (especially regarding states’ rights and constitutional protections), and the practicality of separating such an oversight body from government control. The proposal remains theoretical and has not been formally introduced in federal legislation.<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
## See also<br />
<br />
* Gun politics in the United States<br />
* Gun laws in the United States by state<br />
* Gun violence in the United States<br />
* Second Amendment to the United States Constitution<br />
* Gun control advocacy groups<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
## References<br />
<br />
1. Pew Research Center, *Key Facts About Americans and Guns*, July 2024. ([Pew Research Center][1])<br />
2. Gallup, “Majorities Still Back Stricter Gun Laws, Assault Weapons Ban,” November 2024. ([Gallup.com][2])<br />
3. Johns Hopkins Center for Gun Violence Solutions, “Most Americans Support Common-Sense Gun Laws—So Why Don’t We Have Them?” 2024. ([JH Bloomberg School of Public Health][3])<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
<br />
== Polls ==<br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Should all gun sales (including private and gun show sales) require universal background checks?<br />
Strongly agree<br />
Somewhat agree<br />
Neutral<br />
Somewhat disagree<br />
Strongly disagree<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Would you support a nonprofit independent of the government maintaining a national registry of gun ownership?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Should individuals convicted of violent offenses permanently lose the right to own firearms?<br />
Yes<br />
Only for some offenses<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Do you believe individuals with severe substance abuse issues should be prohibited from owning guns?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Should mental health evaluations play a role in determining eligibility to own a firearm?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Would you support “red flag” or Extreme Risk Protection Orders (allowing temporary removal of firearms from individuals deemed dangerous)?<br />
Strongly support<br />
Somewhat support<br />
Neutral<br />
Somewhat oppose<br />
Strongly oppose<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
How should this proposed oversight nonprofit be funded?<br />
Registration fees from gun owners<br />
Federal funding grants<br />
Private donations/philanthropic contributions<br />
Mixed funding (combination of above)<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Should community members or family be allowed to report someone they believe is unsafe with a gun, triggering review by oversight or law enforcement?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Do you believe the federal government or Congress should grant oversight authority to such a nonprofit, even if some regulation happens at the state level?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Do you believe this oversight model could reduce both gun violence and fears of government overreach?<br />
Yes, likely<br />
Possibly<br />
Not likely<br />
</poll></div>WikiSysophttps://americaneedscommonsense.org/index.php?title=Gun_Rights_vs_Gun_Control&diff=3513Gun Rights vs Gun Control2025-09-19T20:04:52Z<p>WikiSysop: </p>
<hr />
<div>There certainly are circumstances where the two sides can meet. I will discuss my ideas below:<br />
<br />
Non-violent Residents of the U.S. have the right to own and use guns for their own protection. Protection extends to defending themselves from tyranny and despotism.<br />
<br />
Citizens also have the right to a peaceful existence, free of all violence including gun violence.<br />
<br />
This page will investigate all aspects relating to this topic, and then ask and vote on all relevant questions that will identify those specifics that have the greatest support from us.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
I think that we need a completely independent nonprofit organization that has congressional charter with authority over gun ownership in the United States of America. This 501(C)3 will acquire and keep a complete record of gun ownership, and this database will be inaccessible to any government authority. It will also have the authority to demand all court and police records of violent people, and violent gun owners, and all records of gun manufacturers, dealers, and private sellers. The reason is that it will be empowered to deal with people that are dangerous or potentially dangerous and also have a gun or should not get a gun. There are people that should not have a gun, and they are a threat to the rest of us. I know that even some police should not have a gun, and certainly there should be zero tolerance regarding people that have substance abuse issues, carrying a gun, as well as people with violent mental health issues carrying a gun. This proposed entity should have the authority to investigate allegations from people reporting dangerous individuals. This organization should have resources available regarding addiction treatment, mental health therapy, and other community resources that help the individual become healthy, productive, and no longer be a threat to others. How should this organization be funded? How would it receive authority to operate in all states? What methods short of seizure can be employed to secure weapons from people that should not have them?<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
Please read the page below for us to have a good starting point. Then add any references that help inform us.<br />
<br />
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_opinion_on_gun_control_in_the_United_States<br />
<br />
<br />
Below is a rework for consideration. <br />
---<br />
<br />
== Gun rights and gun control in the United States: Proposed oversight framework ==<br />
<br />
=== Lead / Introduction ===<br />
Debates over gun rights and gun control in the United States have persisted for decades. Advocates for gun rights emphasize the constitutional guarantee of the Second Amendment and the role of firearms in self-defense, hunting, and protection against tyranny. Supporters of stronger gun control highlight the right of citizens to live free from gun violence and call for stricter safeguards on ownership and use. Proposals continue to emerge attempting to balance these two perspectives.<br />
<br />
One such proposal involves the creation of an independent, non-governmental oversight body designed to regulate access for individuals deemed a risk to themselves or others, while protecting the rights of lawful gun owners.<br />
<br />
==== Historical Public Opinion ====<br />
Polling over time reflects shifting but consistent public support for certain gun control measures:<br />
<br />
About 58% of U.S. adults favor stricter gun laws, 15% favor less strict, and 26% say current laws are about right. <br />
Pew Research Center<br />
+1<br />
<br />
Majorities in both parties strongly support preventing people with serious mental illness from purchasing guns, and increasing minimum purchase age to 21. <br />
Pew Research Center<br />
<br />
In November 2024, 56% of U.S. adults said they support stricter gun-sale laws; 52% supported a ban on assault weapons. <br />
Gallup.com<br />
<br />
According to a Johns Hopkins Center survey, 72% support universal background checks, and 76% support Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs) (“red flag” laws). <br />
JH Bloomberg School of Public Health<br />
<br />
==== Proposed Independent Oversight Model ====<br />
The proposed framework calls for a Congress-chartered nonprofit organization with the following responsibilities:<br />
<br />
Database maintenance: Maintain a secure, independent registry of gun ownership, separate from direct government control.<br />
<br />
Access to records: Review police, court, and medical records to identify individuals barred from ownership due to criminal or mental health issues.<br />
<br />
Citizen reports: Investigate community or family reports of potentially dangerous gun owners.<br />
<br />
Treatment coordination: Facilitate recovery and rehabilitation for individuals with substance abuse or mental health concerns.<br />
<br />
Ownership restrictions: Recommend temporary or permanent restrictions for individuals deemed unfit to own firearms.<br />
<br />
The model is presented as an alternative to direct federal regulation, aiming to reduce concerns about government overreach while still enhancing public safety.<br />
<br />
==== Implementation Considerations ====<br />
Key questions raised by this proposal include:<br />
<br />
Funding: Whether the nonprofit should be funded by registration fees, congressional appropriations, or private contributions.<br />
<br />
Legal authority: The scope of congressional authority to grant oversight powers while respecting state-level jurisdiction over gun laws.<br />
<br />
Safeguards: Ensuring privacy protections and due process, preventing abuse of authority.<br />
<br />
Enforcement: Whether the nonprofit would act independently or in partnership with local and federal law enforcement.<br />
<br />
==== Reception and Debate ====<br />
Supporters of the model argue that it may bridge the divide between protecting gun rights and addressing gun violence. Critics raise concerns about privacy, accountability, legal challenges (especially regarding states’ rights and constitutional protections), and the practicality of separating such an oversight body from government control. The proposal remains theoretical and has not been formally introduced in federal legislation.<br />
<br />
==== See also ====<br />
Gun politics in the United States<br />
<br />
Gun laws in the United States by state<br />
<br />
Gun violence in the United States<br />
<br />
Second Amendment to the United States Constitution<br />
<br />
Gun control advocacy groups<br />
<br />
References<br />
<br />
Pew Research Center, Key Facts About Americans and Guns, July 2024. <br />
Pew Research Center<br />
<br />
Gallup, “Majorities Still Back Stricter Gun Laws, Assault Weapons Ban,” November 2024. <br />
Gallup.com<br />
<br />
Johns Hopkins Center for Gun Violence Solutions, “Most Americans Support Common-Sense Gun Laws—So Why Don’t We Have Them?” 2024. <br />
JH Bloomberg School of Public Health<br />
<br />
== Polls ==<br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Should all gun sales (including private and gun show sales) require universal background checks?<br />
Strongly agree<br />
Somewhat agree<br />
Neutral<br />
Somewhat disagree<br />
Strongly disagree<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Would you support a nonprofit independent of the government maintaining a national registry of gun ownership?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Should individuals convicted of violent offenses permanently lose the right to own firearms?<br />
Yes<br />
Only for some offenses<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Do you believe individuals with severe substance abuse issues should be prohibited from owning guns?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Should mental health evaluations play a role in determining eligibility to own a firearm?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Would you support “red flag” or Extreme Risk Protection Orders (allowing temporary removal of firearms from individuals deemed dangerous)?<br />
Strongly support<br />
Somewhat support<br />
Neutral<br />
Somewhat oppose<br />
Strongly oppose<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
How should this proposed oversight nonprofit be funded?<br />
Registration fees from gun owners<br />
Federal funding grants<br />
Private donations/philanthropic contributions<br />
Mixed funding (combination of above)<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Should community members or family be allowed to report someone they believe is unsafe with a gun, triggering review by oversight or law enforcement?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Do you believe the federal government or Congress should grant oversight authority to such a nonprofit, even if some regulation happens at the state level?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Do you believe this oversight model could reduce both gun violence and fears of government overreach?<br />
Yes, likely<br />
Possibly<br />
Not likely<br />
</poll></div>WikiSysophttps://americaneedscommonsense.org/index.php?title=Gun_Rights_vs_Gun_Control&diff=3512Gun Rights vs Gun Control2025-09-19T19:44:17Z<p>WikiSysop: </p>
<hr />
<div>There certainly are circumstances where the two sides can meet. I will discuss my ideas below:<br />
<br />
Non-violent Residents of the U.S. have the right to own and use guns for their own protection. Protection extends to defending themselves from tyranny and despotism.<br />
<br />
Citizens also have the right to a peaceful existence, free of all violence including gun violence.<br />
<br />
This page will investigate all aspects relating to this topic, and then ask and vote on all relevant questions that will identify those specifics that have the greatest support from us.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
I think that we need a completely independent nonprofit organization that has congressional charter with authority over gun ownership in the United States of America. This 501(C)3 will acquire and keep a complete record of gun ownership, and this database will be inaccessible to any government authority. It will also have the authority to demand all court and police records of violent people, and violent gun owners, and all records of gun manufacturers, dealers, and private sellers. The reason is that it will be empowered to deal with people that are dangerous or potentially dangerous and also have a gun or should not get a gun. There are people that should not have a gun, and they are a threat to the rest of us. I know that even some police should not have a gun, and certainly there should be zero tolerance regarding people that have substance abuse issues, carrying a gun, as well as people with violent mental health issues carrying a gun. This proposed entity should have the authority to investigate allegations from people reporting dangerous individuals. This organization should have resources available regarding addiction treatment, mental health therapy, and other community resources that help the individual become healthy, productive, and no longer be a threat to others. How should this organization be funded? How would it receive authority to operate in all states? What methods short of seizure can be employed to secure weapons from people that should not have them?<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
Please read the page below for us to have a good starting point. Then add any references that help inform us.<br />
<br />
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_opinion_on_gun_control_in_the_United_States<br />
<br />
<br />
Below is a rework for consideration. <br />
---<br />
<br />
== Gun rights and gun control in the United States: Proposed oversight framework ==<br />
<br />
=== Lead / Introduction ===<br />
Debates over gun rights and gun control in the United States have persisted for decades. Advocates for gun rights emphasize the constitutional guarantee of the Second Amendment and the role of firearms in self-defense, hunting, and protection against tyranny. Supporters of stronger gun control highlight the right of citizens to live free from gun violence and call for stricter safeguards on ownership and use. Proposals continue to emerge attempting to balance these two perspectives.<br />
<br />
One such proposal involves the creation of an independent, non-governmental oversight body designed to regulate access for individuals deemed a risk to themselves or others, while protecting the rights of lawful gun owners.<br />
<br />
==== Historical Public Opinion ====<br />
Polling over time reflects shifting but consistent public support for certain gun control measures:<br />
<br />
About 58% of U.S. adults favor stricter gun laws, 15% favor less strict, and 26% say current laws are about right. <br />
Pew Research Center<br />
+1<br />
<br />
Majorities in both parties strongly support preventing people with serious mental illness from purchasing guns, and increasing minimum purchase age to 21. <br />
Pew Research Center<br />
<br />
In November 2024, 56% of U.S. adults said they support stricter gun-sale laws; 52% supported a ban on assault weapons. <br />
Gallup.com<br />
<br />
According to a Johns Hopkins Center survey, 72% support universal background checks, and 76% support Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs) (“red flag” laws). <br />
JH Bloomberg School of Public Health<br />
<br />
==== Proposed Independent Oversight Model ====<br />
The proposed framework calls for a Congress-chartered nonprofit organization with the following responsibilities:<br />
<br />
Database maintenance: Maintain a secure, independent registry of gun ownership, separate from direct government control.<br />
<br />
Access to records: Review police, court, and medical records to identify individuals barred from ownership due to criminal or mental health issues.<br />
<br />
Citizen reports: Investigate community or family reports of potentially dangerous gun owners.<br />
<br />
Treatment coordination: Facilitate recovery and rehabilitation for individuals with substance abuse or mental health concerns.<br />
<br />
Ownership restrictions: Recommend temporary or permanent restrictions for individuals deemed unfit to own firearms.<br />
<br />
The model is presented as an alternative to direct federal regulation, aiming to reduce concerns about government overreach while still enhancing public safety.<br />
<br />
==== Implementation Considerations ====<br />
Key questions raised by this proposal include:<br />
<br />
Funding: Whether the nonprofit should be funded by registration fees, congressional appropriations, or private contributions.<br />
<br />
Legal authority: The scope of congressional authority to grant oversight powers while respecting state-level jurisdiction over gun laws.<br />
<br />
Safeguards: Ensuring privacy protections and due process, preventing abuse of authority.<br />
<br />
Enforcement: Whether the nonprofit would act independently or in partnership with local and federal law enforcement.<br />
<br />
==== Reception and Debate ====<br />
Supporters of the model argue that it may bridge the divide between protecting gun rights and addressing gun violence. Critics raise concerns about privacy, accountability, legal challenges (especially regarding states’ rights and constitutional protections), and the practicality of separating such an oversight body from government control. The proposal remains theoretical and has not been formally introduced in federal legislation.<br />
<br />
==== See also ====<br />
Gun politics in the United States<br />
<br />
Gun laws in the United States by state<br />
<br />
Gun violence in the United States<br />
<br />
Second Amendment to the United States Constitution<br />
<br />
Gun control advocacy groups<br />
<br />
References<br />
<br />
Pew Research Center, Key Facts About Americans and Guns, July 2024. <br />
Pew Research Center<br />
<br />
Gallup, “Majorities Still Back Stricter Gun Laws, Assault Weapons Ban,” November 2024. <br />
Gallup.com<br />
<br />
Johns Hopkins Center for Gun Violence Solutions, “Most Americans Support Common-Sense Gun Laws—So Why Don’t We Have Them?” 2024. <br />
JH Bloomberg School of Public Health</div>WikiSysophttps://americaneedscommonsense.org/index.php?title=Gun_Rights_vs_Gun_Control&diff=3511Gun Rights vs Gun Control2025-09-19T18:59:15Z<p>WikiSysop: </p>
<hr />
<div>There certainly are circumstances where the two sides can meet. I will discuss my ideas below:<br />
<br />
Non-violent Residents of the U.S. have the right to own and use guns for their own protection. Protection extends to defending themselves from tyranny and despotism.<br />
<br />
Citizens also have the right to a peaceful existence, free of all violence including gun violence.<br />
<br />
This page will investigate all aspects relating to this topic, and then ask and vote on all relevant questions that will identify those specifics that have the greatest support from us.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
I think that we need a completely independent nonprofit organization that has congressional charter with authority over gun ownership in the United States of America. This 501(C)3 will acquire and keep a complete record of gun ownership, and this database will be inaccessible to any government authority. It will also have the authority to demand all court and police records of violent people, and violent gun owners, and all records of gun manufacturers, dealers, and private sellers. The reason is that it will be empowered to deal with people that are dangerous or potentially dangerous and also have a gun or should not get a gun. There are people that should not have a gun, and they are a threat to the rest of us. I know that even some police should not have a gun, and certainly there should be zero tolerance regarding people that have substance abuse issues, carrying a gun, as well as people with violent mental health issues carrying a gun. This proposed entity should have the authority to investigate allegations from people reporting dangerous individuals. This organization should have resources available regarding addiction treatment, mental health therapy, and other community resources that help the individual become healthy, productive, and no longer be a threat to others. How should this organization be funded? How would it receive authority to operate in all states? What methods short of seizure can be employed to secure weapons from people that should not have them?<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
Please read the page below for us to have a good starting point. Then add any references that help inform us.<br />
<br />
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_opinion_on_gun_control_in_the_United_States<br />
<br />
<br />
Below is a rework for consideration. <br />
---<br />
<br />
Gun rights and gun control in the United States: Proposed oversight framework<br />
Lead / Introduction<br />
<br />
Debates over gun rights and gun control in the United States have persisted for decades. Advocates for gun rights emphasize the constitutional guarantee of the Second Amendment and the role of firearms in self-defense, hunting, and protection against tyranny. Supporters of stronger gun control highlight the right of citizens to live free from gun violence and call for stricter safeguards on ownership and use. Proposals continue to emerge attempting to balance these two perspectives.<br />
<br />
One such proposal involves the creation of an independent, non-governmental oversight body designed to regulate access for individuals deemed a risk to themselves or others, while protecting the rights of lawful gun owners.<br />
<br />
Historical Public Opinion<br />
<br />
Polling over time reflects shifting but consistent public support for certain gun control measures:<br />
<br />
About 58% of U.S. adults favor stricter gun laws, 15% favor less strict, and 26% say current laws are about right. <br />
Pew Research Center<br />
+1<br />
<br />
Majorities in both parties strongly support preventing people with serious mental illness from purchasing guns, and increasing minimum purchase age to 21. <br />
Pew Research Center<br />
<br />
In November 2024, 56% of U.S. adults said they support stricter gun-sale laws; 52% supported a ban on assault weapons. <br />
Gallup.com<br />
<br />
According to a Johns Hopkins Center survey, 72% support universal background checks, and 76% support Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs) (“red flag” laws). <br />
JH Bloomberg School of Public Health<br />
<br />
Proposed Independent Oversight Model<br />
<br />
The proposed framework calls for a Congress-chartered nonprofit organization with the following responsibilities:<br />
<br />
Database maintenance: Maintain a secure, independent registry of gun ownership, separate from direct government control.<br />
<br />
Access to records: Review police, court, and medical records to identify individuals barred from ownership due to criminal or mental health issues.<br />
<br />
Citizen reports: Investigate community or family reports of potentially dangerous gun owners.<br />
<br />
Treatment coordination: Facilitate recovery and rehabilitation for individuals with substance abuse or mental health concerns.<br />
<br />
Ownership restrictions: Recommend temporary or permanent restrictions for individuals deemed unfit to own firearms.<br />
<br />
The model is presented as an alternative to direct federal regulation, aiming to reduce concerns about government overreach while still enhancing public safety.<br />
<br />
Implementation Considerations<br />
<br />
Key questions raised by this proposal include:<br />
<br />
Funding: Whether the nonprofit should be funded by registration fees, congressional appropriations, or private contributions.<br />
<br />
Legal authority: The scope of congressional authority to grant oversight powers while respecting state-level jurisdiction over gun laws.<br />
<br />
Safeguards: Ensuring privacy protections and due process, preventing abuse of authority.<br />
<br />
Enforcement: Whether the nonprofit would act independently or in partnership with local and federal law enforcement.<br />
<br />
Reception and Debate<br />
<br />
Supporters of the model argue that it may bridge the divide between protecting gun rights and addressing gun violence. Critics raise concerns about privacy, accountability, legal challenges (especially regarding states’ rights and constitutional protections), and the practicality of separating such an oversight body from government control. The proposal remains theoretical and has not been formally introduced in federal legislation.<br />
<br />
See also<br />
<br />
Gun politics in the United States<br />
<br />
Gun laws in the United States by state<br />
<br />
Gun violence in the United States<br />
<br />
Second Amendment to the United States Constitution<br />
<br />
Gun control advocacy groups<br />
<br />
References<br />
<br />
Pew Research Center, Key Facts About Americans and Guns, July 2024. <br />
Pew Research Center<br />
<br />
Gallup, “Majorities Still Back Stricter Gun Laws, Assault Weapons Ban,” November 2024. <br />
Gallup.com<br />
<br />
Johns Hopkins Center for Gun Violence Solutions, “Most Americans Support Common-Sense Gun Laws—So Why Don’t We Have Them?” 2024. <br />
JH Bloomberg School of Public Health<br />
<br />
Poll Questions for AJAX Poll / VoteNY<br />
<br />
Below are draft poll questions you can embed, with answer options, formatted for typical AJAX Poll or VoteNY style. You can adapt wording slightly to your site or audience:<br />
<br />
Poll 1:<br />
Question: Should all gun sales (including private and gun show sales) require universal background checks?<br />
Options:<br />
<br />
Strongly agree<br />
<br />
Somewhat agree<br />
<br />
Neutral<br />
<br />
Somewhat disagree<br />
<br />
Strongly disagree<br />
<br />
Poll 2:<br />
Question: Would you support a nonprofit independent of the government maintaining a national registry of gun ownership?<br />
Options:<br />
<br />
Yes<br />
<br />
No<br />
<br />
Poll 3:<br />
Question: Should individuals convicted of violent offenses permanently lose the right to own firearms?<br />
Options:<br />
<br />
Yes<br />
<br />
Only for some offenses<br />
<br />
No<br />
<br />
Poll 4:<br />
Question: Do you believe individuals with severe substance abuse issues should be prohibited from owning guns?<br />
Options:<br />
<br />
Yes<br />
<br />
No<br />
<br />
Poll 5:<br />
Question: Should mental health evaluations play a role in determining eligibility to own a firearm?<br />
Options:<br />
<br />
Yes<br />
<br />
No<br />
<br />
Poll 6:<br />
Question: Would you support “red flag” or Extreme Risk Protection Orders (allowing temporary removal of firearms from individuals deemed dangerous)?<br />
Options:<br />
<br />
Strongly support<br />
<br />
Somewhat support<br />
<br />
Neutral<br />
<br />
Somewhat oppose<br />
<br />
Strongly oppose<br />
<br />
Poll 7:<br />
Question: How should this proposed oversight nonprofit be funded?<br />
Options:<br />
<br />
Registration fees from gun owners<br />
<br />
Federal funding grants<br />
<br />
Private donations/philanthropic contributions<br />
<br />
Mixed funding (combination of above)<br />
<br />
Poll 8:<br />
Question: Should community members or family be allowed to report someone they believe is unsafe with a gun, triggering review by oversight or law enforcement?<br />
Options:<br />
<br />
Yes<br />
<br />
No<br />
<br />
Poll 9:<br />
Question: Do you believe the federal government or Congress should grant oversight authority to such a nonprofit, even if some regulation happens at the state level?<br />
Options:<br />
<br />
Yes<br />
<br />
No<br />
<br />
Poll 10:<br />
Question: Do you believe this oversight model could reduce both gun violence and fears of government overreach?<br />
Options:<br />
<br />
Yes, likely<br />
<br />
Possibly<br />
<br />
Not likely</div>WikiSysophttps://americaneedscommonsense.org/index.php?title=User_talk:Rick(Founder)&diff=3508User talk:Rick(Founder)2025-05-07T02:51:55Z<p>WikiSysop: </p>
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<div>Please leave messages for me here. I will try to check this page weekly, or even more often. When I get my emails in order, I will post my email here. Thanks and welcome to ANCS.<br />
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Hey Rick, how is the national Tour going? (WikiSysop)</div>WikiSysophttps://americaneedscommonsense.org/index.php?title=User_talk:WikiSysop&diff=3507User talk:WikiSysop2025-04-24T18:33:11Z<p>WikiSysop: </p>
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<div>Got a problem? let me know about it here!</div>WikiSysophttps://americaneedscommonsense.org/index.php?title=Main_Page&diff=3506Main Page2025-04-24T18:12:05Z<p>WikiSysop: </p>
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I have no idea, what this means. <br />
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<div>This is an example of how to create a vote or poll Please "edit source" to see how it works. <br />
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Question<br />
Choice 1<br />
Choice 2<br />
Choice 3<br />
Choice 4<br />
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<div>= Welcome to The America Needs Common Sense Wiki. =<br />
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=== [[What is AMERICA NEEDS COMMON SENSE]] ===<br />
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=== [[America Needs Common Sense Mission Statement|America Needs Common sense Mission Statement]] ===<br />
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<div>= Welcome to The America Needs Common Sense Wiki. =<br />
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We believe that as Americans we agree on more issues than the press and politicians would have us believe we do. We intend this to be a space where, together, we can find those issues and come to a consensus on what to do about them and present that consensus to our elected officials to take action on. <br />
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=== [[What is AMERICA NEEDS COMMON SENSE]] ===<br />
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=== [[America Needs Common Sense Mission Statement|America Needs Common sense Mission Statement]] ===<br />
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=== [[The fundamental principles of ANCS are summarized in five "pillars" (principles):]] ===<br />
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This is a link to all our topic pages</div>WikiSysophttps://americaneedscommonsense.org/index.php?title=Main_Page&diff=3478Main Page2024-04-19T03:22:02Z<p>WikiSysop: </p>
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<div>= Welcome to The America Needs Common Sense Wiki. =<br />
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=== [[What is AMERICA NEEDS COMMON SENSE]] ===<br />
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=== [[America Needs Common Sense Mission Statement|America Needs Common sense Mission Statement]] ===<br />
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<div>==== Synopsis As Introduced by Representative Justin Slaughter (D)27th District ====<br />
Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. <br />
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Provides that no law enforcement officer shall stop a motor vehicle for: (i) failing to display registration plates or stickers; (ii) being operated with an expired registration sticker; (iii) violating general speed restrictions (unless that violation is a misdemeanor or felony offense); (iv) improper lane usage (unless that violation is a misdemeanor or felony offense); (v) failing to comply with certain requirements concerning vehicle lamps; (vi) excessive tint; (vii) defective mirrors; (viii) an obstructed windshield or defective windshield wipers; (ix) defective bumpers; (x) excessive exhaust; and (xi) failure of the vehicle operator to wear a safety belt. <br />
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Provides that no evidence discovered or obtained as the result of a stop in violation of these provisions, including, but not limited to, evidence discovered or obtained with the operator's consent, shall be admissible in any trial, hearing, or other proceeding. <br />
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Preempts home rule powers.<br />
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<div>Representative Justin Slaughter (D)27th District <br />
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Springfield Office: <br />
249-E Stratton Office Building <br />
Springfield, IL 62706 <br />
(217) 782-0010 <br />
District Office: <br />
1234 W. 95th St. <br />
Chicago, IL 60643 <br />
(773) 445-9700</div>WikiSysophttps://americaneedscommonsense.org/index.php?title=Talk:Illinois_house_bill_HB4603_VH_CD_Pretextual_stops&diff=2722Talk:Illinois house bill HB4603 VH CD Pretextual stops2024-02-01T04:26:24Z<p>WikiSysop: Created page with "Representative Justin Slaughter (D)27th District Springfield Office: 249-E Stratton Office Building Springfield, IL 62706 (217) 782-0010 District Office: 1234 W. 95th St. Chicago, IL 60643 (773) 445-9700"</p>
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<div>Representative Justin Slaughter (D)27th District <br />
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Springfield Office:<br />
249-E Stratton Office Building<br />
Springfield, IL 62706<br />
(217) 782-0010<br />
District Office:<br />
1234 W. 95th St.<br />
Chicago, IL 60643<br />
(773) 445-9700</div>WikiSysophttps://americaneedscommonsense.org/index.php?title=Illinois_house_bill_HB4603_VH_CD_Pretextual_stops&diff=2721Illinois house bill HB4603 VH CD Pretextual stops2024-02-01T04:23:59Z<p>WikiSysop: Created page with "==== Synopsis As Introduced by Representative Justin Slaughter (D)27th District ==== Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Provides that no law enforcement officer shall stop a motor vehicle for: (i) failing to display registration plates or stickers; (ii) being operated with an expired registration sticker; (iii) violating general speed restrictions (unless that violation is a misdemeanor or felony offense); (iv) improper lane usage (unless that violation is a misdemeanor..."</p>
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<div>==== Synopsis As Introduced by Representative Justin Slaughter (D)27th District ====<br />
Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. <br />
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Provides that no law enforcement officer shall stop a motor vehicle for: (i) failing to display registration plates or stickers; (ii) being operated with an expired registration sticker; (iii) violating general speed restrictions (unless that violation is a misdemeanor or felony offense); (iv) improper lane usage (unless that violation is a misdemeanor or felony offense); (v) failing to comply with certain requirements concerning vehicle lamps; (vi) excessive tint; (vii) defective mirrors; (viii) an obstructed windshield or defective windshield wipers; (ix) defective bumpers; (x) excessive exhaust; and (xi) failure of the vehicle operator to wear a safety belt. <br />
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Provides that no evidence discovered or obtained as the result of a stop in violation of these provisions, including, but not limited to, evidence discovered or obtained with the operator's consent, shall be admissible in any trial, hearing, or other proceeding. <br />
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Preempts home rule powers.</div>WikiSysophttps://americaneedscommonsense.org/index.php?title=MediaWiki:Createacct-emailrequired&diff=2720MediaWiki:Createacct-emailrequired2024-01-29T04:36:43Z<p>WikiSysop: Created page with "Email address. You will not be able to edit until it is verified. Check your email for the link to verify with."</p>
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=== [[What is AMERICA NEEDS COMMON SENSE]] ===<br />
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=== [[America Needs Common Sense Mission Statement|America Needs Common sense Mission Statement]] ===<br />
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=== [[The fundamental principles of ANCS are summarized in five "pillars" (principles):]] ===<br />
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<div>= Welcome to The America Needs Common Sense Wiki. =<br />
<div id="mp-free">We are the [[Participatory advisor to our representatives]] that [[Help:Introduction to Wikipedia|any US Citizen can participate in]].<br />
We believe that as Americans we agree on more issues than the press and politicians would have us believe we do. We intend this to be a space where, together, we can find those issues and come to a consensus on what to do about them and present that consensus to our elected officials to take action on. <br />
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=== [[What is AMERICA NEEDS COMMON SENSE]] ===<br />
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=== [[America Needs Common Sense Mission Statement|America Needs Common sense Mission Statement]] ===<br />
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=== [[The fundamental principles of ANCS are summarized in five "pillars" (principles):]] ===<br />
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<div>= Welcome to The America Needs Common Sense Wiki. =<br />
<div id="mp-free">We are the [[Participatory advisor to our representatives]] that [[Help:Introduction to Wikipedia|any US Citizen can participate in]].<br />
We believe that as Americans we agree on more issues than the press and politicians would have us believe we do. We intend this to be a space where, together, we can find those issues and come to a consensus on what to do about them and present that consensus to our elected officials to take action on. <br />
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=== [[What is AMERICA NEEDS COMMON SENSE]] ===<br />
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=== [[America Needs Common Sense Mission Statement|America Needs Common sense Mission Statement]] ===<br />
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=== [[The fundamental principles of ANCS are summarized in five "pillars" (principles):]] ===<br />
<div id="articlecount">[[Special:Statistics|{{NUMBEROFARTICLES}}]] articles in [[English language|English]]</div><br />
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<div>= Welcome to The America Needs Common Sense Wiki. =<br />
<div id="mp-free">We are the [[Participatory advisor to our representatives]] that [[Help:Introduction to Wikipedia|any US Citizen can participate in]].<br />
We believe that as Americans we agree on more issues than the press and politicians would have us believe we do. We intend this to be a space where, together, we can find those issues and come to a consensus on what to do about them and present that consensus to our elected officials to take action on. <br />
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=== [[What is AMERICA NEEDS COMMON SENSE]] ===<br />
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=== [[America Needs Common Sense Mission Statement|America Needs Common sense Mission Statement]] ===<br />
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=== [[The fundamental principles of ANCS are summarized in five "pillars" (principles):]] ===<br />
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<div>= Welcome to The America Needs Common Sense Wiki. =<br />
<div id="mp-free">We are the [[Participatory advisor to our representatives]] that [[Help:Introduction to Wikipedia|any US Citizen can participate in]].<br />
We believe that as Americans we agree on more issues than the press and politicians would have us believe we do. We intend this to be a space where, together, we can find those issues and come to a consensus on what to do about them and present that consensus to our elected officials to take action on. <br />
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=== [[What is AMERICA NEEDS COMMON SENSE]] ===<br />
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=== [[America Needs Common Sense Mission Statement|America Needs Common sense Mission Statement]] ===<br />
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=== [[The fundamental principles of ANCS are summarized in five "pillars" (principles):]] ===<br />
<div id="articlecount">[[Special:Statistics|{{NUMBEROFARTICLES}}]] articles in [[English language|English]]</div>'''Please Note, Due to over 5000 spam/seo user logins having been created, we had to purge our user database if your login was removed we apologize, please recreate it.'''</div>WikiSysophttps://americaneedscommonsense.org/index.php?title=User:WikiSysop&diff=2684User:WikiSysop2024-01-20T08:35:01Z<p>WikiSysop: Created page with "This is a test."</p>
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<div>This is a test.</div>WikiSysophttps://americaneedscommonsense.org/index.php?title=Talk:Example_of_using_AJAXpoll_(check_talk_page)&diff=2677Talk:Example of using AJAXpoll (check talk page)2024-01-19T00:23:19Z<p>WikiSysop: </p>
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<div>This page uses AJAXpoll from https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Extension:AJAXPoll \<br />
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'''''To see this syntax and to create a poll you will have to use edit source'''''<br />
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From that page, <br />
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Usage<br />
Syntax<br />
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<poll><br />
Question<br />
Choice 1<br />
Choice 2<br />
Choice 3<br />
Choice 4<br />
</poll><br />
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Example<br />
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<poll><br />
Do you like this poll ?<br />
Yes, it is awesome.<br />
Yes.<br />
No, I do not like polls.<br />
I have no idea, what this means.<br />
</poll><br />
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[[File:20120216 AJAX Poll screenshot.png|link=http://google.com]]<br />
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If you want this, you can allow or deny the result-viewing before voting per-poll by adding the show-results-before-voting parameter in the opening tag:<br />
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<poll show-results-before-voting><poll show-results-before-voting=1><poll show-results-before-voting=0></div>WikiSysophttps://americaneedscommonsense.org/index.php?title=Main_Page&diff=1937Main Page2023-12-02T02:43:14Z<p>WikiSysop: /* Welcome to The America Needs Common Sense Wiki. */</p>
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<div>= Welcome to The America Needs Common Sense Wiki. =<br />
<div id="mp-free">We are the [[Participatory advisor to our representatives]] that [[Help:Introduction to Wikipedia|any US Citizen can participate in]].<br />
We believe that as Americans we agree on more issues than the press and politicians would have us believe we do. We intend this to be a space where, together, we can find those issues and come to a consensus on what to do about them and present that consensus to our elected officials to take action on. <br />
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=== [[What is AMERICA NEEDS COMMON SENSE]] ===<br />
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=== [[America Needs Common Sense Mission Statement|America Needs Common sense Mission Statement]] ===<br />
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=== [[The fundamental principles of ANCS are summarized in five "pillars" (principles):]] ===<br />
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<div>= Welcome to The America Needs Common Sense Wiki. =<br />
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We believe that as Americans we agree on more issues than the press and politicians would have us believe we do. We intend this to be a space where, together, we can find those issues and come to a consensus on what to do about them and present that consensus to our elected officials to take action on.. <br />
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=== [[What is AMERICA NEEDS COMMON SENSE]] ===<br />
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=== [[America Needs Common Sense Mission Statement|America Needs Common sense Mission Statement]] ===<br />
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=== [[The fundamental principles of ANCS are summarized in five "pillars" (principles):]] ===<br />
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<div>This page uses AJAXpoll from https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Extension:AJAXPoll \<br />
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'''''To see this syntax and to create a poll you will have to use edit source'''''<br />
<br />
From that page, <br />
<br />
Usage<br />
Syntax<br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Question<br />
Choice 1<br />
Choice 2<br />
Choice 3<br />
Choice 4<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
Example<br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Do you like this poll ?<br />
Yes, it is awesome.<br />
Yes.<br />
No, I do not like polls.<br />
I have no idea, what this means.<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
[[File:20120216 AJAX Poll screenshot.png|link=]]<br />
<br />
If you want this, you can allow or deny the result-viewing before voting per-poll by adding the show-results-before-voting parameter in the opening tag:<br />
<br />
<poll show-results-before-voting><poll show-results-before-voting=1><poll show-results-before-voting=0></div>WikiSysophttps://americaneedscommonsense.org/index.php?title=Example_of_using_AJAXpoll_(check_talk_page)&diff=258Example of using AJAXpoll (check talk page)2022-10-31T21:53:40Z<p>WikiSysop: WikiSysop moved page Test 3 to Example of using AJAXpoll (check talk page) without leaving a redirect: Was too good to trash :)</p>
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<div>This poll regards judicial responsibility to their oath.<br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Must judges respect fairness and impartiality?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Can a judge say that they will not review a judgment from another judge even if it was unfair or wrong?<br />
yes<br />
no<br />
</poll></div>WikiSysophttps://americaneedscommonsense.org/index.php?title=Talk:Example_of_using_AJAXpoll_(check_talk_page)&diff=257Talk:Example of using AJAXpoll (check talk page)2022-10-31T21:50:49Z<p>WikiSysop: </p>
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<div>This page uses AJAXpoll from https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Extension:AJAXPoll \<br />
<br />
'''''To see this syntax and to create a poll you will have to use edit source'''''<br />
<br />
From that page, <br />
<br />
Usage<br />
Syntax<br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Question<br />
Choice 1<br />
Choice 2<br />
Choice 3<br />
Choice 4<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
Example<br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Do you like this poll ?<br />
Yes, it is awesome.<br />
Yes.<br />
No, I do not like polls.<br />
I have no idea, what this means.<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
[[File:20120216 AJAX Poll screenshot.png|link=]]<br />
<br />
If you want this, you can allow or deny the result-viewing before voting per-poll by adding the show-results-before-voting parameter in the opening tag:<br />
<br />
<poll show-results-before-voting><poll show-results-before-voting=1><poll show-results-before-voting=0></div>WikiSysophttps://americaneedscommonsense.org/index.php?title=Talk:Example_of_using_AJAXpoll_(check_talk_page)&diff=256Talk:Example of using AJAXpoll (check talk page)2022-10-31T21:50:16Z<p>WikiSysop: </p>
<hr />
<div>This page uses AJAXpoll from https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Extension:AJAXPoll To see this syntax and to create a poll you will have to use edit source<br />
<br />
From that page, <br />
<br />
Usage<br />
Syntax<br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Question<br />
Choice 1<br />
Choice 2<br />
Choice 3<br />
Choice 4<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
Example<br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Do you like this poll ?<br />
Yes, it is awesome.<br />
Yes.<br />
No, I do not like polls.<br />
I have no idea, what this means.<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
[[File:20120216 AJAX Poll screenshot.png|link=]]<br />
<br />
If you want this, you can allow or deny the result-viewing before voting per-poll by adding the show-results-before-voting parameter in the opening tag:<br />
<br />
<poll show-results-before-voting><br />
<poll show-results-before-voting=1><br />
<poll show-results-before-voting=0></div>WikiSysophttps://americaneedscommonsense.org/index.php?title=Talk:Example_of_using_AJAXpoll_(check_talk_page)&diff=255Talk:Example of using AJAXpoll (check talk page)2022-10-31T21:47:47Z<p>WikiSysop: </p>
<hr />
<div>This page uses AJAXpoll from https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Extension:AJAXPoll <br />
From that page, <br />
<br />
Usage<br />
Syntax<br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Question<br />
Choice 1<br />
Choice 2<br />
Choice 3<br />
Choice 4<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
Example<br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Do you like this poll ?<br />
Yes, it is awesome.<br />
Yes.<br />
No, I do not like polls.<br />
I have no idea, what this means.<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
[[File:20120216 AJAX Poll screenshot.png|link=]]<br />
<br />
If you want this, you can allow or deny the result-viewing before voting per-poll by adding the show-results-before-voting parameter in the opening tag:<br />
<br />
<poll show-results-before-voting><br />
<poll show-results-before-voting=1><br />
<poll show-results-before-voting=0></div>WikiSysophttps://americaneedscommonsense.org/index.php?title=Talk:Example_of_using_AJAXpoll_(check_talk_page)&diff=254Talk:Example of using AJAXpoll (check talk page)2022-10-31T21:45:31Z<p>WikiSysop: Created page with "This page uses AJAXpoll from https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Extension:AJAXPoll From that page, Usage Syntax <poll> Question Choice 1 Choice 2 Choice 3 Choice 4 </poll> Example <poll> Do you like this poll ? Yes, it is awesome. Yes. No, I do not like polls. I have no idea, what this means. </poll> https://americaneedscommonsense.org/images/2/29/20120216_AJAX_Poll_screenshot.png If you want this, you can allow or deny the result-viewing before voting per-poll b..."</p>
<hr />
<div>This page uses AJAXpoll from https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Extension:AJAXPoll <br />
From that page, <br />
<br />
Usage<br />
Syntax<br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Question<br />
Choice 1<br />
Choice 2<br />
Choice 3<br />
Choice 4<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
Example<br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Do you like this poll ?<br />
Yes, it is awesome.<br />
Yes.<br />
No, I do not like polls.<br />
I have no idea, what this means.<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
https://americaneedscommonsense.org/images/2/29/20120216_AJAX_Poll_screenshot.png<br />
<br />
If you want this, you can allow or deny the result-viewing before voting per-poll by adding the show-results-before-voting parameter in the opening tag:<br />
<br />
<poll show-results-before-voting><br />
<poll show-results-before-voting=1><br />
<poll show-results-before-voting=0></div>WikiSysophttps://americaneedscommonsense.org/index.php?title=File:20120216_AJAX_Poll_screenshot.png&diff=253File:20120216 AJAX Poll screenshot.png2022-10-31T21:45:02Z<p>WikiSysop: </p>
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<div></div>WikiSysophttps://americaneedscommonsense.org/index.php?title=Example_of_using_AJAXpoll_(check_talk_page)&diff=252Example of using AJAXpoll (check talk page)2022-10-31T21:32:06Z<p>WikiSysop: </p>
<hr />
<div>This poll regards judicial responsibility to their oath.<br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Must judges respect fairness and impartiality?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
</poll><br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<poll><br />
Can a judge say that they will not review a judgment from another judge even if it was unfair or wrong?<br />
yes<br />
no<br />
</poll></div>WikiSysop