Countdown to 2020: Mike Bloomberg on Gun Safety
In 2018, voters elected a wave of candidates who prioritized gun safety like never before. No longer a third rail of politics, gun violence prevention is now a top issue heading into the 2020 presidential election. In this regular series, we delve into the gun safety platforms of Democratic presidential candidates who have released initial policy plans to address this issue. While not an endorsement of any candidate or their platform, each post looks at a candidate’s record, explains their proposals, and shares our analysis.
Mike Bloomberg’s Record on Gun Safety
Mike Bloomberg has been one of America’s most active proponents of gun violence prevention for over a decade. Bloomberg’s advocacy efforts began in 2006 when he was mayor of New York City. Tired of seeing lives senselessly lost to gun violence, Mayor Bloomberg partnered with Mayor Tom Menino of Boston to launch Mayors Against Illegal Guns and push for stronger federal gun laws.