Talk of possible KSS participation at local diversity summit
Posted on 17. May, 2008 by Keith Carney in Events, Free Speech, Race
(Editors Note: While we are not foolish enough to believe that the NAACP or ADL will ever give us an open public platform to defend ourselves with, we fully intend on making a point of having our presence felt and our voices heard at this event, one way or another. Especially since it is partially in regards to our positive activism in that area.)
The director of the local chapter of the Keystone State Skinheads says he’s willing to speak at a diversity summit proposed by the Wilkes-Barre Chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People.
Ron Felton, president of the local NAACP, said he wouldn’t make the decision regarding the Skinheads’ participation, and is leaving it up to the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission.
Felton has set a tentative date of June 29 for the meeting which he said was motivated by several events: the recent vandalism at Congregation Ohav Zedek synagogue and the placement of banners and fliers throughout the Wyoming Valley. The banners, which carry messages such as “Preserve Our Heritage,” list the Skinheads Web site.
“If (Ron Felton) would allow us to, that would be great,” said Steve Smith, director of the local chapter of the Keystone State Skinheads. “You have to keep things balanced, and this is a great way to do that.”
Two teen girls – one a self-proclaimed Nazi – were recently arrested and charged with spray-painting anti-Semitic words and symbols on the Wilkes-Barre synagogue and another building. One of the suspects, Nora Rynkiewicz, 18, waived her right to a preliminary hearing on Friday. The other is a 17-year-old juvenile.
“We see these things, and we don’t know what to do,” Felton said. “What is the most effective way to respond and how do we help the young people who are being targeted?”
Smith said the Skinheads are trying to shake the stigma that its members are like the skinheads in movies such as “American History X.”
“This past year might be the best for the KSS, in regards to activism and response from supporters,” Smith said. “More people are joining up.”
Smith says there’s always negativity associated with being a part of the group. When members are called “racists” or “bigots,” he said it’s a source of name calling for individuals who can’t argue for their points, Smith said.
“If I’m wrong about something, just tell me. Don’t call me names. That’s childish.”
Details are still being worked out, but Felton hopes to invite representatives of the state Human Relations Commission, the Luzerne County Diversity Task Force and the Anti-Defamation League. Felton would like to hold the event at a local college.
“This past year might be the best for the KSS, in regards to activism and response from supporters,” Smith said. “More people are joining up.”
god, if that ain’t somethin to be proud of, i dont know what is……more are starting to awake, and free themselves from what they have been brainwashed with.
Heil to that
Mein Ehre Heißt Treue
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Here is a good follow-up article saying that the KSS should be invited http://www.timesleader.com/opinion/20080518_18_Our_opinion_ART.html
This is a dangerous time for the KSS.
The KSS has been smart enough to resist FBI and local entrapment. They have to constantly watch for cemenery-molesting loonies.
I have seen organizations come and go. One organization was infested with Little Old Ladies in Tennis Shoes (LOLITS) who loved to infest meetings as entertainment but got scarce when there was work to do.
If the KSS gets in bed with its enemies the activist wheat-pasting types will depart and be replaced by office holders in 3-piece suits. Instead of garages, you end up with fancy alienating offices and gold lettering on the door.
Big Gun Group ( to go unnamed ) was fierce and respected until Clinton used the IRS to harass them into impotence. Now they’re just a bunch of fundsuckers and sellouts. Big Gun Group’s literature just asks for money-money-money and is infantile in nature. From the literature ( which I discard ) you can see that they consider the membership a collection of retarded children. One bogus hero repudiated the military and full auto collectors. This guy was fierce, clutching his flintlock — more of a tragic joke than anything else.
If the KSS meets with its enemies that will be the kiss of death for that organization.
Stay strong and stay seperate for now. Man I wish I was up in Penn I would be right along with you guys. Keep up the good work and never give up.
I have to agree with a244, guys. Be careful of who you allow to join from now on. You’re obviously on the radar now.
Please don’t try to go all corporate on us. There are many who don’t post on the net but read everyday who see you as heroes and leaders.
I think it would be an understatement to say that one of the many eyes of ZOG is fixed squarely upon KSS. Your message and the manner in which you put it forth is a threat. Beware!!
Keep up the great work KSS.Use the naacp and media to get the truth out.Shed some light on who is the real racist hate group is.
I too give full respect and admiration to the brave and heroic members of KSS. PA citizens lately seems to be the pioneers of doing what’s right, rather than what’s Politically correct. I’ll have to stop by Wilkes-barre the next time I’m driving through and shake Mr. Smith’s hand.