evidence: Direction: Jennifer Palmieri & Macon Phillips [...] Because of loopholes, anyone can buy a gun from a private seller without a background check. In fact: 40% of guns are sold without a background check 80% of inmates report using a gun they acquired without a background check 90% of Americans support background checks for all gun sales to prevent people who are a danger to themselves and others from buying guns. Let’s reduce gun violence by strengthening the system. Require background checks for all gun sales.