Or how about the 3rd theory that no one seems to consider:
He was @#$%%% CRAZY and crazy people don't do logical things!?
It is bluer than it was, but completely Marxist is a bit of a stretch. Anyway, how is old Pennsylvania doing it that department? How many percentage points did Trump beat Biden in 2020?
Boulder County actually has a relatively high per-capita level of carry permits and NFA holders. Of course, the local Progressive Activistocracy has blinders to all of that, especially local socially liberal groups who also support 2A.
Carry what you feel comfortable with. That is going to vary with the individual and situation.
For me, it's an LCP in my pocket, usually a P365 on my hip, and an AR pistol in my SUV. Over kill for some, under kill for others. Works for me here in rural PA.
Larry
Could someone please tell me what a "LCP" is?