A California “conservative” is more likely to be seen as a flaming liberal in a red state.
I don’t believe that’s accurate. In fact, I think until recently many native red-staters have been somewhat complacent on many issues, whereas a conservative Californian or New Yorker knows firsthand just how bad liberal policies are. Here in Massachusetts there’s multiple hoops to jump through to get a CCW. Many red states have had permitting programs as well, but people weren’t too concerned because the programs weren’t designed to discourage people from even attempting to acquire a carry permit. The surge in constitutional carry laws is a good indication that red staters aren’t staying complacent.