That is not true at all. Remember this image from my home state's capital back in April?
Everyone’s weapon is either holstered or held pointing down.
Good TTP.
If anyone points a firearm at you, they are not protesting. I ‘d wager a few ounces of lead in the difference.Those in the photo point their weapons at the ground.But that can change in a heartbeat.
To not understand this is to be an eternal victim, or among the dead.