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<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Comic Sans MS";
color:blue'>Ladies and Gentlemen,<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Comic Sans MS";
color:blue'>Over the last couple of days we have received a couple of messages
from the PGR leadership in Oklahoma regarding new rules concerning the wearing
of PGR apparel in Oklahoma both during missions and for casual wear. There
are 2 messages below from Oklahoma concerning this, the second of which came
from the national PGR web site in the captain’s forum. These rules
apparently come from the Oklahoma PGR agreement(s) with the Confederation of
Clubs in Oklahoma.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Comic Sans MS";
color:blue'>These messages come directly from the Oklahoma PGR leadership and I
certainly believe that we should fully comply with their wishes when we ride with
them and participate in missions there, as I’m sure they would (and DO) when
they come to Texas, as they do very often, and ride on our side of the
river. There are also other recommendations here which do not involve
missions. Please remember, also, that not only do you face placing yourself
in danger from folks like the Bandidos and possibly others if you violate their
instructions, you may very well make things very difficult for our Oklahoma PGR
brothers and sisters who live and ride there on a daily basis.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Comic Sans MS";
color:blue'>I have had questions about how these rules affect, or may affect,
missions in Texas. I can’t speak for the rest of Texas but I am not
aware of any membership, affiliation or other connection between the PGR and
the CofC in Texas, or particularly, North Texas. That doesn’t mean
there isn’t one, but I’m not aware of it. I have begun to
research it, however. There is no plan to change what we wear to missions
in North Texas. Our “rule” is a common sense one. We
should dress appropriately for the weather and we should dress appropriately
for our mission…paying honor and respect to those we serve in a funeral
type setting where we will be meeting people of ALL ages and beliefs. The
Ride Captains will make determinations on scene if something comes up.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Comic Sans MS";
color:blue'>This information regarding Oklahoma is provided for your
information and because so many of our North Texas riders also ride in Oklahoma.
If things change I will do my best to keep you informed.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Comic Sans MS";
color:blue'>Please use your heads and stay safe if any of this information
affects you. Let’s please try and do our best to keep our brothers
and sisters in Oklahoma safe, too.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Comic Sans MS";
color:blue'>The wording below comes straight from Oklahoma. Nothing has
been added or edited. These are their words and their wishes. When
in their house let’s do things their way, please.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Comic Sans MS";
color:blue'>Steve Lucas<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Comic Sans MS";
color:blue'>Deputy State Captain<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Comic Sans MS";
color:blue'>North Texas PGR<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p>Below you will find a mesage from our state captain reguarding the wearing
of our back patch and other PG insignia. IMHO we are not a m/c and have a right
to wear our patch with pride. In reality we do have a chain of command and I
know our state leaders are doing what is best for the mission, the safety of
our riders, and the state.<br>
<br>
Since our mission is to those who have given their all, and our veterans, it is
like a marriage, there are some battles that need to be fought and some time
you just need to save it for the ones that are important:)<br>
<br>
I have ridden in most states with my PGR flag and vest and it was welcomed
everywhere. Now I will remove the patch from the back of my vest and replace it
with the all service flag patch, when I ride in my home state.<br>
<br>
As I said we are there for the families and hero's, none of which care about
the patch on the back of our vest.<br>
<br>
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<br>
THIS IS A MUST READ FOR ALL PERSONS PARTICIPATING IN PGR MISSIONS<br>
<br>
Effective immediately, the PGR back patch is no longer authorized for wear in
Oklahoma, at anytime. Additionally, PGR flags, banners, magnets, and stickers,
are not authorized to be displayed except during funeral missions for Soldiers,
Sailors, Airmen, or Marines, who are casualties of Operation Iraqi Freedom or
Operation Enduring Freedom (Afghanistan). Patches on the front of the garment
(vest, jacket, shirt, etc.) are authorized - no PGR items should be worn on the
back of the vest, shirt, or jacket. Shirts with the PGR logo in any color but
BLACK or BLUE are authorized.<br>
<br>
This ruling is due to the fact that some PGR members did not follow the
original agreement put in place between the PGR and the Oklahoma Confederation
of Clubs, through their agent, American Veterans Motorcycle Club (AVMC). Our
actions and failure to follow a formal agreement has forced the Confederation
of Clubs and the American Veterans Motorcycle Club (AVMC)(whose colors are blue
and gold – the same as the colors on PGR items) to restrict the wear and
display of the aforementioned items.<br>
<br>
Ride Captains will enforce this rule. Members who violate this rule will do so
of their own accord and without the support of the State or National
leadership. If you choose to violate this rule, you can expect that if observed
by an MC, specifically AVMC, you will be directed to remove the unauthorized
item. <br>
<br>
Background and History<br>
The Oklahoma Confederation of Clubs is an organization organized under the
auspices of the National Coalition of Motorcyclists. Among their many duties is
their responsibility to resolve conflicts between motorcycle clubs, riding
clubs, and other groups, associations, etc., related to motorcycles. The PGR,
as a motorcycle-based “group”, like it or not, has to abide by the
rules, resolutions, and edicts put forth by the COC. The COC itself is led by
the predominant motorcycle club (MC) in a given state. As is the case of the
State of Oklahoma, the COC is led by the State President of the Bandidos
Motorcycle Club, Bandido Lee. <br>
<br>
When the PGR (National) adopted a back patch several years ago, there was quite
a bit of discussion (pro & con) about the need or desire for the patch.
Ultimately, National left it to the discretion of the State leadership to
either not allow the wear of the patch or to request permission for its wear
through the COC. The COC, through AVMC allowed us to wear the patch on
missions. However, a number of members have flaunted wearing the patch in venues
outside the mission. In the motorcycle world, motorcycle clubs rule. We failed
to follow our agreement and that has led us to this point.<br>
<br>
For more information on motorcycle clubs, I urge you to read this link: <a
href="http://www.rcvsmc.net/">http://www.rcvsmc.net/.</a> In the case of the
American Veterans Motorcycle Club, one must understand and appreciate the level
of commitment members of a motorcycle club must have. They didn’t just
show up one day (like the PGR) and begin wearing a patch. They’ve had to
work hard to attain their position in the MC world (including the injury and
death of members) just to wear their patches. Their current members can’t
just go out and buy a patch – they have to earn it over a long period of
time and take it very, very seriously. <br>
<br>
So as not to put the AVMC or any other MC in a negative light, please
understand that if we follow the rules and work with the MCs, you’ll find
that all of them (like us) are actually decent, hard-working people. In the
case of any veteran’s MC, of course they are all vets and deserve our
respect.<br>
<br>
This ultimately is the culture we choose to operate in. Regardless of your
opinion, in order for us to accomplish our mission, we have to follow the
rules.<br>
<br>
Bear in mind that no one “hates” the PGR. I have spoke personally
with Bandido Lee and he stated “I like what you guys do”. I have
also spoke personally with several senior leaders with AVMC, Viet Nam
Veteran’s MC, and Leatherneck MC and they believe in what we do (they were
doing it before we showed up in Aug 05). They want to work with us. But we have
to honor our agreements and maintain our integrity.<br>
<br>
If anyone has any questions, please email me at <a
href="mailto:scokla%40yahoo.com">scokla@yahoo.com</a>.<br>
<br>
Mike (Kit) Kittrell<br>
Oklahoma State Captain<br>
(918)671-4224<br>
<br>
<br>
Don "Pappy" Papin, Assistant State Captain, Ok Patriot Guard. <br>
Members of Congress should dress like NASCAR drivers, with their sponsors
displayed.<br>
windyglensighthounds.com<o:p></o:p></p>
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color:blue'>Message #2<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal>I am posting this add the direction of the National
Captain. <br>
<br>
Effective immediately, the PGR back patch is no longer authorized for wear in
Oklahoma, at anytime. <b>Members should not have any patch on the back of their
garments that is yellow and blue and has the PGR logo. </b>Additionally, PGR
flags, banners, magnets, and stickers, are not authorized to be displayed,<b>
on any vehicle (1 or more wheels)</b> except during funeral missions for
Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, or Marines, who are casualties of Operation Iraqi
Freedom or Operation Enduring Freedom (Afghanistan). Patches on the front of
the garment (vest, jacket, shirt, etc.) are authorized - no PGR items should be
worn on the back of the vest, shirt, or jacket. Shirts or <b>headgear</b> with
the PGR logo in any color but BLACK or BLUE are authorized.<br>
<br>
Ladies and gentlemen, this policy affects any PGR member traveling through or
performing missions in Oklahoma.<span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Comic Sans MS";
color:blue'><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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