Widespread, Bipartisan Aversion to Neighbors with AR-15s

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Widespread, Bipartisan Aversion to Neighbors with AR-15s

A recent study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences reveals that across all political and social groups in the United States, there is a strong preference against living near AR-15 rifle owners and neighbors who store guns outside of locked safes.


https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2024-04-11/new-study-shows-bipartisan-agreement-on-guns-safe-storage-makes-for-good-neighbors?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0bv3U9G-jS1D2Bp_-B62G4uJhZtVTG3OZtX0tsQNbSw21iRNXY1xaJbkA_aem_AQZJ4pUofwhC659gwmVs1SMY-tmoX1wGUu_avcTv6V58Br5vzmP73YMZZTOpDDC_TOXCw6ekjV2TEL42C4FCRslC

Though few issues are as polarizing, a new study published Monday found some common ground in how Americans view guns in their local communities. Traditionally pro-gun respondents did not have a preference for gun-owning neighbors, and all respondents were averse to their neighbors owning AR-15s. All groups, including pro-gun groups, were also uncomfortable with neighbors storing their guns unlocked and loaded for quick access.