The rate of gun-related deaths in the United States is much higher than many other countries. Each time a mass shooting event occurs, intense discussions about the need to stop gun violence reignite across the country. Calls for gun reforms and safety measures increase. Yet while mass shootings are highly publicized, they are only one piece of the gun violence problem in the United States. Gun violence includes all gun-related homicides and suicides. Most gun owners view owning guns part of their personal freedoms as Americans and oppose limits to their ability to own guns. At the same time, many people are calling for gun control measures to reduce gun violence. Proposals for increased legislation of gun sales and ownership, required licensing, bans on certain types of guns are some of the measures being debated.

Should assault-style weapons be banned? -- Should universal background checks be required for all gun purchases? -- Should the government expand gun ownership regulations? -- Should Americans be able to carry guns in public? -- Should gun violence be treated as a public health issue?