Don't mention politics at all in personal statements. Delete all mentions of politics, social justice and anything culture war-related from social media. Actually just delete all your social media. You never know who you're dealing with.
You both pretty much summed up my thoughts, as well. Thanks again for the advice. I'm going to post another question that might interest you (see: "What is your favorite P.O.E./answering strategy for LR? Let's get a taxonomy going!", in the forum)
Hm I was issued a speeding ticket and the cop didn't show up to court when I challenged it so it was thrown out. I guess no need to report that either?