Who are the Bandidos?
Law-abiding weekend warriors with fast bikes?
Or
Violent, meth-fueled outlaws with a thirst for drugs, guns and violence?
I suppose it's who you ask. The law enforcement of Waco, Texas would probably say the latter. Ask Edward Winterhalder, a former Bandidos and you'll get a different version. "There's no reason for anyone to be in fear of them at all. It was always about having a good time."
James Quinn, a Universtiy of North Texas professor, says this, "I wouldn't classify them as Boy Scouts. But, generally, the public doesn't have much reason to fear them."
Around 70% of them hold regular jobs.
Members are a mix of Anglo and Hispanic.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
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