Yes. I have rifles, a shotgun, revolvers and semi-automatic pistols.
I like to shoot targets, especially those made of aromatic woods like cedar.
I am an American by birth and a member of the NRA by choice because I believe that every person has a right to defend themselves. Our lives are our first "property."
People who do not share this belief are also called victims and slaves.
BandOnTheRun said, in part, "I pay the NYPD to be my firearm. I've always lived close to a precinct or near the donut/newspaper stores they frequent. They had better come protect me if I need help. It is a service I pay for with taxes."
One of my Uncles was a Marine who was wounded on Iwo Jima and then after WWII became a career NYC cop. You should have a chat with some of your local NYC cops about what you expect from them. They will adjust your understanding.
After you are murdered they will come and document the crime scene and make sure your corpse gets to the morgue. Then they will investigate your murder and, if a suspect is found, they will assist the state with the prosecution of the alledged perpetrators. Cops carry guns to protect themselves, not you.