Judges or no judges, this is really very simple. The 2nd amendment is the most vitally important of the Constitution, for without it, the rest of the document is rendered meaningless. The founders drafted the 2nd amendment in order to make certain that the people could defend themselves from and eventually overthrow a tyrannical state. Should that ability be lost due the loss of the amendment itself, our rights will be forfeit to criminal politicians. The point—any court/legislative body which overturns the 2nd amendment must be overthrown and removed from power. See! Pretty simple, huh?
Your view is the proper view.
From the article:
“This brief survey of our history reveals a right indeed ‘deeply rooted in this Nation’s history and tradition.’”
Technically, that half-truth could be a misdirection.
The right is substantially more that “deeply rooted”.
The right was preexisting and thus predates our Nation’s history and culture.
Arguably, any view or interpretation of what state constitutions may or may not provide is not relevant.