Anyway, I don't see what's to idolize about a guy who created a weapon of mass destruction.
That I would have to disagree with. Now, I don't idolize the guy whatsoever. But, the gun he created is not a 'weapon of Mass Destruction.' The term 'Weapons of Mass Destruction' see more fit to actual weapons that can cause mass destruction. Such as nuclear bombs, bunker busters, hydrogen bombs etc.
The AK-47 is not a weapon of mass destruction. It can only cause enough damage until it runs out of bullets, and depends on who the shooter is. (Trained or not) Many people use the gun in third world countries since it's cheep to acquire, but that does not mean it causes damage to the likes of the bombs stated above.