The fire company said the volunteer never made any statements or posted any social media messages in support of the group or "which reflect poorly on his ability to faithfully carry out the duties of his position to the Haverford Community." "He has broken no law and committed no crime," the statement read. They said he never attended any rallies or protests and disassociated himself with the group more than a year ago. This foolish decision was made by ignorant, misinformed politicians who based their opinion on a fallacy that equivocates a conservative drinking club that supports President Trump, with some kind of hate group."Īccording to the Bon Air Fire Company's statement, the volunteer attended some social gatherings with the Proud Boys, but once he learned more about their beliefs he stopped his interactions with them. Such a decision should be made cautiously and with a recognition of the stakes involved. Firefighters put their lives on the line to protect the community and pulling them out of service puts that community at risk. The heroic service fire departments provide simply cannot be overstated. On Friday, the Proud Boys issued a statement to Action News saying, in part, "Personally, we're shocked at the ignorance and irresponsibility of Haverford Township. "The Proud Boys have been associated with Charlottesville.Going through initiation with the Proud Boys, associating yourself with the Proud Boys that is disqualifying in Haverford Township, if you're going to have a Haverford Township uniform on," Holmes said.
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