Charleston -- Abate of South Carolina is preparing for its annual “Freedom
of Choice Helmet Law Rally” to be held on Sunday, October 9, 2005 in
Columbia, South Carolina. Motorcyclists from across South Carolina as well
as bikers from neighboring states will begin gathering at the Triple Crown
Restaurant located at 103 North 12th St., West Columbia, at noontime. The
police escorted parade of all makes and models of motorcycles will depart
Triple Crown Restaurant promptly at 1:00pm and make its way to the
Statehouse steps.
“Last year we had approximately 1000 bikers at our Freedom of Choice Helmet
Law Rally,” says Fred Ruddock, ABATE of SC State Coordinator. “I’d like to
see that number increase this year.”
“ABATE of South Carolina, A Brotherhood Against Totalitarian Enactments, has
been fighting for the rights of South Carolina motorcyclists for over thirty
years now,” explains Ruddock. “This year’s rally is of particular
importance because ABATE supports South Carolina’s current motorcycle helmet
law. After what unfolded in last year’s legislative session, it is obvious
that our liberties are not secure with our current state senators and
representatives.”
“Our Lobby Days and Helmet Rallies are calls to action to all bikers,
motorcyclists, and basically every other person who is concerned with
government taking away their freedoms and liberties. If we have learned
anything about government in the last thirty years, whether at the local,
state, or federal level, it is that powerful outside forces with lots of
money to create a perception of a crisis to justify a new law, often can
eliminate the voice of thousands of everyday people who just want to be left
alone; to live peacefully without government interference,” continues
Ruddock.
“This is an unfortunate reality in South Carolina that will only be
countered by a larger public outcry than we had last year, alone with a new,
determined voice that will outlast the lobbyists and Washington DC advocacy
group’s money. With motorcycle registrations on the rise in South Carolina,
I think ABATE of South Carolina is up to the challenge,” concluded Ruddock.
There will be a post-rally gathering at the Flying Saucer Restaurant from
2:00pm until 6:00pm. All are welcome and encouraged to attend.
For more information of ABATE of SC visit http://www.abatesc.com/