"Most of us conservatives prefer nonviolence." Agreed. Conservatives appear to be preparing to make a stand for the "rights" when they feel that nonviolence in no longer effective. "Our right to bear arms is check against tyranny and invasion." Many personas feel that liberals are prevailing in their tyranny against the conservatives.  "I think it's rather irresponsible to insinuate that gun owners are going to take justice into their own hands." Whether it is irresponsible or is a warning is for debate. To warn offenders that their policies and actions may lead to outrage and force is responsible. Encroachment may only be tolerated to an extent that others don't feel that they have been transgressed. Suppression will only be tolerated to the point to which one feels threatened beyond what is tolerable to their moral compass. Advocating for nonviolence is appropriate in the vast majority of circumstances. Of concern is individuals who might resort to violence without previously trying nonaggressive means.  Unfortunately the imposition of tyrannical and intrusive forces may lead to physical resistance. Such was the case with the founding of the United States. At some point, the practices of child trafficking, enslavement, etc. may lead the public to make what they feel is their "final stand."