Exactly. Only a criminal needs “permission” from a criminal gang to ride motorcycles in an area. Christian groups, civic groups,,,, they don’t need it.
Attending or joining a confederation with them makes them no better in my book.
Sorry ... I don’t make the rules. That is just the way it is.
Oh yeah ... first the Christian and civic clubs DO ASK permission. At least in the areas I mentioned. The president of the Ma and Pa club I rode with was also the mayor of the town and a hard core conservative. SHE was the secretary at the Confederation meetings. Don't forget that I attend these meeting in North Calif, Nevada and Arizona and know what clubs also attend. Second, just an experienced friendly word of advice ... don't wear an MC clubs colors in an area without that club having permission to do so. VERY dangerous.