Virginia Freedom Riders :: Freedom Forums

MissPenny · Posted: Sun Dec 05, 2004 5:10 pm Post subject: VFR Freedom Fighter!

One of the stipulations for becoming a Freedom Fighter for the Virginia Freedom Riders (VFR) is to be a member for six months. Since December marks the six month anniversary of the conception of the VFR, it seems appropriate to address the Freedom Fighter status, and to outline the guidelines used in determining who is eligible for the Freedom Fighter status with the organization.

As stated in our bylaws, “Only Freedom Fighters are eligible for office of the Board as long as they are members in good standing at their election and duration of office. Freedom Fighters are the backbone of the Corporation. Freedom Fighter memberships will be granted on a case-by-case basis. The member must submit a petition to the Board, in writing, expressing their desire to become a Freedom Fighter within the Organization.”

In order to become a Freedom Fighter with the VFR, a member must meet the following criteria:

a) Member must have been a Patriot Member in good standing for at least six months
b) Member must hold a valid motorcycle endorsement on their drivers license if operator
c) Member must have actively participated in the Freedom Forums on the VFR-R.A.C.E Website or performed an equivalent
d) Member must have at least three (3) visits to the Capitol or with an elected representative at the state or local level or performed an equivalent
e) Member must participate in VFR-R.A.C.E events
f) Member must have recruited at least one new Patriot member.

Freedom Fighter membership status will be determined by unanimous vote of the Board. Freedom Fighters must remain in good standing within the organization and continue to actively participate.

The Freedom Fighter status is considered an honor among the VFR. The Freedom Fighter status identifies you as someone who is serious about fighting for and protecting bikers’ rights in Virginia. It signifies that you are someone who understands that accomplishing this is not a spectator sport. The Freedom Fighter rocker you receive will identify you as someone who has stepped up to the plate and does what needs to be done to restore our liberties and protect our freedoms in the Commonwealth.

Freedom Fighter status is a symbol of accomplishment within the VFR, and it comes with obligations. As stated in our by-laws, Freedom Fighters are the backbone of the VFR. Once you accomplish this status, you will be looked upon as a leader in our fight for bikers’ rights, and counted on to set an example for all members of the VFR, and all who are involved in this fight. And you will be expected to lead by example.

As you approach your six-month anniversary with this organization, consider whether or not you have done what you can to the best of your abilities for bikers’ rights in our great Commonwealth. If you answer “yes”, petition the board for the Freedom Fighter status. If you answer “no”, consider what you need to do – not only to achieve Freedom Fighter status, but to sleep well at night knowing that you are doing all that you can do to restore and maintain your liberties in Virginia.

Penny
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Penny Adams
Virginia Freedom Riders - Legislative Officer

"Government is too big and too important to be left to the politicians."
Chester Bowles (1901 - 1986)

bob b · Posted: Mon Dec 06, 2004 8:07 pm Post subject: Freedom Fighters

Thanks Penny, for the good information. Alas, I am stuck here in NY with
more work to do for the biker rights in this state. Maybe when I retire from
daily employment in 2006, I'll be able to spend more time in VA. Until
then, I guess that I'll have to be satisfied with saying, I support and
believe in the work that VFR does in working for all bikers rights. Then,
someday I may find some property in VA and join you all for rights work
and riding those really nice roads.

Bob B.
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would hate to have to make a living under the laws they've passed.

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MissPenny · Posted: Mon Dec 06, 2004 8:16 pm Post subject:

We can certainly put you to work for bikers' rights here in Virginia - and would be proud to count you amoung the ranks of our Freedom Fighters.

In the meantime, we are proud to know you are a member of the VFR and appreciate your dedication to bikers' rights in NY, Virginia, and across our nation.

Thank you for your commitment, Bob.

Penny
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Penny Adams
Virginia Freedom Riders - Legislative Officer

"Government is too big and too important to be left to the politicians."
Chester Bowles (1901 - 1986)