Able Quote by Michael D. Barnes

Every gun sold should require a background check, period.

— Gary Ackerman

We are alarmed that a known or suspected terrorist can go to a federally licensed firearms dealer where background checks are conducted, pass that…

— Stanley A. McChrystal

Background checks, waiting periods, reports of transfers, and access to mental health records have not stopped the legal sale of firearms to legitimate buyers.

— Colleen Hanabusa

Expanding background checks for all sales and transfers of firearms is simple, popular, and commonsense.

— Alex Padilla

I presented a bill that will address a glaring loophole that allows gun buyers to bypass a background check by purchasing guns as kits.…

— Brad Schneider

Should we have background checks, waiting periods? To drive a car you have to pass a test that shows you know how to drive…

— Michael D. Barnes

I believe law-abiding citizens ought to be able to own a gun. I believe in background checks at gun shows or anywhere to make…

— George W. Bush

Background checks are an important part of keeping guns out of the wrong hands, but they are only as good as the information in…

— Roy Cooper

We think it's reasonable to provide mandatory instant background checks for every sale at every gun show. No loopholes anywhere, for anyone.

— Wayne LaPierre

We've had enough with the gun shows where you can buy from private sellers with no FBI background check.

— Dick Durbin

“2.​Stop only prohibited people from buying guns. The background check system is a mess. Virtually everyone who fails the check is someone who is…

— John R. Lott Jr

Background checks will never stop every criminal from getting their hands on a gun and every single act of gun violence - but the…

— Lucy McBath