Re-read what I said carefully, and re-read all of it. If Guns and Ammo thinks the sands are shifting and believe that they'll attract more "moderate" gun owners (quotes added for emphasis) with their position backing what they believe are "reasonable gun controls" they won't care about the hardcore owners such as you and I who drop their magazine subscription.
Do I think they'll attract more readers? Likely not. But then, in adopting the position they are they likely don't give a damn' what you or I think.
Just read post 82 again, it already answered your post.