One collective seeks to limit property rights of a gun business because they don't like the service provided. Another collective wants to limit the property rights of business owners because they think the proposed building is an eyesore.
How does one support the right of one collective and not the other?
That line is called, "playing to the audience," and likely has nothing to do with the writer's personal beliefs. There is a less than ideal political climate in which one has to work. Making a choice seem to more closely fit that climate makes the choice easier to attain. BTW, one article mentioned Mayor Braindead declined an interview. He's usually willing to get his puss in any media that will have it. He must know he's vulnerable on this issue, especially with all the MAIG flak a few years ago.