2A Not Essential: Americans Oppose Reopening Gun Stores

A Washington Post-University of Maryland poll shows 70 percent of Americans oppose reopening gun stores at this point in the coronavirus recovery process, and 69 percent oppose reopening clothing and other retail stores.

The Post reported the poll, conducted April 28–May 3, which also showed opposition to opening dine-in restaurants, gyms, golf courses, and nail salons.

The poll found that “67 percent [of Americans] say they would be uncomfortable shopping at a retail clothing store, and 78 percent would be uncomfortable eating at a sit-down restaurant.”