Posted on 02/11/2018 11:45:14 AM PST by rey
They stroll through Disneyland in packs of 20 or more, motley crews that resemble a cross between the Hells Angels motorcycle gang and a grown-up Mickey Mouse Club with their Disney-themed tattoos and their matching denim vests strewn with trading pins and logos.
Disneyland social clubs, by most accounts, are harmless alliances of friends and family who meet up at the park to share a nerdy obsession for all things Disney. With club names such as Tigger Army and Neverland Mermaids, how threatening can they be?
“It’s all about the shared love for Disney,” said Mark Drop, Jr., 39, who founded a club called Flynn’s Riders, after a character in the Walt Disney animated film “Tangled.”
But a lawsuit filed in Orange County Superior Court has revealed a dark undercurrent to the pastime. The head of one club has accused another of using gangster-like tactics to try to collect “protection” money for a charity fundraiser at the park.
The lawsuit reads like a mob movie set in a theme park. The plot revolves around the Main Street Fire Station 55 Social Club, whose leaders claim they have been bullied and terrorized by the head of the White Rabbits Social Club.
The lawsuit names 19 members of the White Rabbits, accusing them of defamation, invasion of privacy, conspiracy and intentional infliction of emotional distress. It asks the court to reward the victims compensatory and punitive damages, to be determined during the trial.
The suit also names Disneyland, saying the park has failed to take action against the offending club. A park spokeswoman said Disney has not been served with the lawsuit and declined to comment further.
(Excerpt) Read more at pressdemocrat.com ...
Okay, that’s pretty gay.
Well, it could be ‘bronies’ or ‘furries’ or fake ‘anime’ folks. LOL!
In before you know who.
Google images the term “Disneyland social clubs”. They are wearing biker vests with biker logos. They took the biker culture and actually made it even gayer.
If these groups were that much of a problem, Disney would have stepped in and taken corrective measures.
Some folks love to take pot-shots at big entities.
Spats between different groups are very common, in large and even small communities.
It’s amazing how vicious some people get in group dynamics.
...ping....
lol
Could be the other way around.
Despite our opinions so eloquently shared here, Disneyland is thriving. They just announced the 6 the price increase in recent years and the park is jammed 365 days a year. Families dream of bring kids to Disneyland and they will pay the costs for the once in lifetime experience. You are correct if these groups cause a problem Disney will make adjustments. They lead the world in “making their guests happy.”
This who think it’s too gay, I’m sure you have found entertainment that gay people don’t enjoy.
Ha! See 13
Let’s maybe start a club for freepers in Free Republic. Wear vests and terrorize liberals everywhere. Nah, just kidding.
It's only a matter of time before a group of bulldyke storm troopers goes up against group of tinkerfellas.
Endless lines? Huge prices? Mediocre food?
I really believe that Disney is the closest thing we have to the emperor with no clothes. People go to Disney, spend a lot of money, have a generally meh time, but then tell everyone how wonderful it was because that's what you're supposed to say.
Are the Seven Dwarfs threatening to bust knee caps?
I agree with you, but go and look thee people’s faces and the kids glowing. I am 71 and when i go, i sit and walk round. (Daughter gets me and two others in for free) I only go on a few attractions if any. The grandkids love the place. My 50 year old son still goes every chance he gets and we all make fun of him. But you can’t beat the crowds they draw. There’s your evidence.
When star wars land opens, the numbers will be off the charts again.
Disney is a depraved operation and facilitates the conservative-hating MSM.
Disney should not be patronized to whatever extent possible.
Disclaimer: Opinions posted on Free Republic are those of the individual posters and do not necessarily represent the opinion of Free Republic or its management. All materials posted herein are protected by copyright law and the exemption for fair use of copyrighted works.