The liberal/democrat view of the nation is a nation of dependents waiting for a handout or crumbs from the ruling liberal elite. They want no threat from an armed populace. They want suppliant voters who will keep them in power. Contrast this with our founding fathers who valued liberty and freedom above all. The choice could not be more clear.
The idea of an independent or self-reliant population terrifies those who wish to rule people (or take their money “administering” them)...