I know this might sound strange, and like the title says, obviously practice firearm safety, obviously listen to range officers, organizers etc. But when it comes to your life as an armed queer person, do what works for YOU.

The firearms community, especially on the right, is full of hegemonic thinking. Unfortunately, a lot of that style of thinking bleeds over into communities like these as well. These attitudes are obnoxious and scare off well-intentioned questions and paralyze one's ability to make informed decisions. Not everything is binary. (pun intended) In fact, MOST things are some shade of grey.

Everyone is different, everyone's bodies are different, everyone's threat model is different. Practice, time yourself, think about what you're doing and how well it works for you. That's it.

EDIT: I didn't mention any specific subject of debate for a reason, btw. I know that general recommendations exist for a reason, and a lot of them are fine. However, if you aren't willing to understand that the answer to most questions in life is "it depends" then you need your critical thinking examined beyond just your choice of firearm and gear**. TLDR:** Be less reddit, redditors.

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.blahaj.zone/post/31827143

https://bsky.app/profile/esqueer.net/post/3lyvrgzxt6s2y

https://www.youtube.com/live/N0LfbIY6vhM

In a press conference following an extremely Hitlerian display by Stephen Miller and JD Vance at the White House, Donald Trump stated his intentions to declare Antifa - a leaderless antifascist groundswell and general mindset - a domestic terrorist organization.

After that, some asshole who has not yet been identified asked Trump if he would consider ordering the removal of transgender flags from 14th Street in DC on the grounds that they "incite violence". Trump had a positive reaction to the question, but stated that such a removal would probably be challenged on free speech grounds. However, said asshole followed up by stating that the flag is often used by Transtifa - a moniker often used by transgender antifascists - and claimed that means the flag not only incites violence, but represents terrorism.

Trump's somewhat noncommittal stance shifted immediately, and he stated that he believes he can get away with banning the transgender flag based on those grounds.

If he follows through with this, fam, using the transgender flag in any way may very well result in a formal accusation of engaging in domestic terrorism. The future of the flag is most certainly at stake

Sticky note is to cover the S/N.

Edit: It's a Zastava M91SR, with a POSP 4x24 scope, and a Harris bipod.

I have a 12-gauge Mossberg 500, but I primarily use it for deer hunting with slugs. I want to get a handgun to add to my collection, primarily for self-defense. I don’t plan on concealed carrying at the moment. Glock G19 Gen 5 seems like the way to go, imo, but I’d love to hear any reasons why there might be a better alternative I should look into.

In light if recent events, I thought it prudent to voice the following:

If you post here, or elsewhere. You need to consider that you may be used as an example.

I'm not trying to fear monger.

I dislike "optics" as something to be aware of.

But right now, we are all ambassadors for the trans community, and trans gun owners.

Keep a level head, keep your wits about you, stay humble.

Don't make yourself an example of "see!!! Told you!!!"

Does anyone know of any good queer or queer supportive youtube channels that specialize in showcasing guns?

I’m getting bored of forgotten weapons and i’ve heard he’s a fascist.

Any suggestions would be quite welcome.