Why would a so called military/veteran motorcycle club exclude potential riders based on skin color?

SFC Derrick Hardison — Fri, 11 Aug 2017 17:16:19 -0400

What are your thoughts?

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 11 at 2017 5:20 PM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 11 Aug 2017 17:20:08 -0400

SMSgt Minister Gerald A. "Doc" Thomas there are idiots all over. I have no tolerance for any of their BS. I am proud to call a fellow vet brother or sister.

Response by SSG Diane R. made Aug 11 at 2017 5:24 PM

SSG Diane R. — Fri, 11 Aug 2017 17:24:09 -0400

Surely there are ethnic based motorcycle clubs? Diablos - Hispanic, Carolina Knight Riders (Black)

But all the veterans clubs I have ever seen are open to all races and ethnicity, only honorable military service is required. In my 30's I road with a Dyke MC out of NYC for awhile, their membership obviously was exclusively female. We hung out at a place called Crazy Nanny's.

Here are some black MC's that look interesting. Some of the names are quite colorful.

http://blackmotorcycleclubs.us/

Black Motorcycle Clubs

All the Black Motorcycle Clubs in America

Response by SGM Erik Marquez made Aug 11 at 2017 5:38 PM

SGM Erik Marquez — Fri, 11 Aug 2017 17:38:06 -0400

I must be missing something here I was I see is a picture no Lake George article no statement from club members copy of the bylaws I'm not doubting what you're saying I just don't see what it is you're talking about

What did you include in this post that supports the accusation?

Is it something in the picture?? Perhaps I just can't see it because I'm looking on the phone

Response by MSgt Richard Randall made Aug 11 at 2017 5:55 PM

MSgt Richard Randall — Fri, 11 Aug 2017 17:55:25 -0400

That would be about the dumbest thing I've ever heard. I couldn't fathom any military or veteran's group ever doing that.

Response by Maj Marty Hogan made Aug 11 at 2017 6:40 PM

Maj Marty Hogan — Fri, 11 Aug 2017 18:40:25 -0400

Actually happened in one of our local chapters- and the guy they pushed out had been vice-pres and pres. He is black, Indian, and Puerto Rican and light skinned- he left the MC (Leathernecks). Stand up guy I have known for many years- since high school. Served his time in the Marines- has been back in the Guard since and is a cop in his real job. Actually- I don't need to belong to a club- proved my mettle in BMT, OTS, and a few deployments- never seen combat but have performed my job all over the world for over 33 years. I don't feel the need to prove myself to anyone to show loyalty as I feel my resume speaks for itself.

Response by Maj John Bell made Aug 11 at 2017 6:53 PM

Maj John Bell — Fri, 11 Aug 2017 18:53:19 -0400

Veteran's are not exempt from being stupid.

Response by SGM Erik Marquez made Aug 11 at 2017 7:36 PM

SGM Erik Marquez — Fri, 11 Aug 2017 19:36:43 -0400

Membership by skin color ? Well no of course not

Do I think it happens? Well of course it does.

I can think of several MCs where if you are not white or black or Latino (of the "right" flavor ) or LEO or ect ect ect

That may not be written on the welcome flyer but it is an unwritten rule

Response by LT Michael Watson made Aug 12 at 2017 12:10 PM

LT Michael Watson — Sat, 12 Aug 2017 12:10:26 -0400

If you are truly a veteran club/organization you are color blind. The thing that binds us all is our service to this nation and the ideals of which we all pursue. If you have to exclude a brother or sister because of their skin color, ethnicity, etc., then you are not following the creed.

Response by SFC Dennis A. made Aug 14 at 2017 8:09 PM

SFC Dennis A. — Mon, 14 Aug 2017 20:09:45 -0400

I have an opinion but don't like using that kind of language. I do know it is not a group that I want to be part of.

Response by SSG Tom Pike made Aug 15 at 2017 12:16 PM

SSG Tom Pike — Tue, 15 Aug 2017 12:16:52 -0400

"Why would a so called military/veteran motorcycle club exclude potential riders based on skin color?"

Because they are ignorant lazy haters.

How much effort does it take to hate someone because the color of their skin? Almost none, just a quick glance and they hate you. That's just lazy. If you are going to burn up your soul with hate at least spend some time to find a decent reason to hate a person.

Response by 1SG James Matthews made Aug 27 at 2017 11:04 AM

1SG James Matthews — Sun, 27 Aug 2017 11:04:02 -0400

Seen several vet clubs that shun certain races---guess that's why I lone wolf - Ride my own road and welcome any rider that wants to ride for a while.

Response by 1stSgt Mack Housman made Sep 5 at 2017 1:13 PM

1stSgt Mack Housman — Tue, 05 Sep 2017 13:13:45 -0400

Look into the Warrior Brotherhood MC ( http://www.warriorbrotherhoodvmc.com ).

www.warriorbrotherhoodvmc.com

Response by SGT Richard Young made Feb 1 at 2018 8:56 PM

SGT Richard Young — Thu, 01 Feb 2018 20:56:09 -0500

A club that excludeds any VET for any reason better have a damn good reason!!!!! VETS have no color---we are brother and sisters that support each other, in the past,present and future.. We help make this country great, safe and proud.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Response by COL Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 14 at 2018 11:17 PM

COL Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 14 Mar 2018 23:17:18 -0400

A little racist maybe? I try to refrain from using the R word as it is so over used. Like you’re a racist if you walk on the other side of the street when you see a few thugs walking your way. Or you’re a racist because you don’t agree with or vote for a black man who is running for President. But in this case it would clearly be warranted because if all things equal and the only reason for exclusion is the color of the skin then what else gives? Unless maybe it’s only people from a certain culture. Like only Spanish speaking, or only a certain unit. So if they think it’s because the other color is inferior then that’s a problem and you don’t want to be associated with that group anyways.