Although many Americans believe that gun licensing and gun registration are much the same thing, gun experts see them as very different.
Mr. Gore has called only for gun licensing.
Some senators, and the National Rifle Association as well, were especially critical of his support for strict gun licensing.
On Friday he was interviewed by National Public Radio about gun licensing.
The campaign seeks measures like mandatory gun licensing, safety locks and registration for gun owners.
Washington could require gun licensing and registration directly, or perhaps mandate that states do so according to Federal guidelines.
But he also has reservations about gun licensing and registration, which he calls "speculative."
Our approach to gun licensing has already been cited approvingly by the President and the Attorney General.
She made gun licensing and registration a part of her 2000 Senate campaign.
Your proposal for universal gun licensing is equally so.