Massachusetts and Idaho put guns on the ballot. One to restrict them, the other to honor them

Two U.S. states are holding votes on gun policy this November. Idaho voters will decide which historic firearm to designate as the state's official gun, while Massachusetts voters will consider a measure to restrict guns. The votes reflect differing approaches to the role of firearms in each state.

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PBS NewsHourLean Left· 15d ago

Massachusetts and Idaho put guns on the ballot. One to restrict them, the other to honor them

BostonLean Left· 16d ago· ran in 6 outlets

Massachusetts and Idaho put guns on the ballot. One seeks to restrict them, the other to honor them.

Philadelphia InquirerLean Left· 16d ago· ran in 6 outlets

Massachusetts and Idaho put guns on the ballot. One seeks to restrict them, the other to honor them

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Two states’ ballots see gun questions differ

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WHEC RochesterCenter· 16d ago

Massachusetts and Idaho put guns on the ballot. One seeks to restrict them, the other to honor them

WTOP Washington DCCenter· 16d ago

Massachusetts and Idaho put guns on the ballot. One seeks to restrict them, the other to honor them

WCBD News 2Center· 16d ago

Massachusetts and Idaho put guns on the ballot. One seeks to restrict them, the other to honor them

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MyNorthwestLean Right· 16d ago· ran in 6 outlets

Massachusetts and Idaho put guns on the ballot. One seeks to restrict them, the other to honor them

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Massachusetts and Idaho put guns on the ballot. One to restrict them, the other to honor them

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