The author forgets that LGBTQ+ people, women, and non-white people not only can, but absolutely SHOULD get strapped. Because no matter who gets elected, the cops are going to be on the side of the capital-owning class, and white men with power. Anyone that tells you that you should give up your guns is just trying to make it easier for the police state to oppress you.
When you have well-armed protestors, cops suddenly get very nervous about firing tear gas, rubber bullets, and starting shit in general. Cops don't like even odds; they want to have 20 people shooting at one person.
Dont mention you have a firearm on ya. Im a Redneck and the rule of thumb is that the cops should never know you have a firearm, lie through your fucken teeth if ya hafta. Cops, Pinkertons, and Sherriffs should be treated as the threats they are, which is to say dont be stupid but dont trust them at all.