Way to go Bank of America - The Firearms Forum

artabr · 09-23-2009, 05:51 AM

NOT

If there are any of you who are still not boycotting BOA, here's another reason.

The original boycott.
http://www.bankofamericaboycott.com/

http://www.palmettoscoop.com/2009/09...-sc-flag-flap/

Bank of America in hot water over SC flag flap
BRANCH MANAGER REPORTEDLY ORDERS REMOVAL OF FLAGS PLACED TO HONOR FALLEN MARINE

A South Carolina Bank of America branch is drawing criticism Thursday after an employee reportedly ordered the removal of American flags placed to honor a fallen Marine over fears that people would be offended.

The Palmetto Scoop received one eyewitness email claiming that the branch manager at Bank of America’s Gaffney branch at 1602 West Floyd Baker Blvd. “told a citizen who was preparing the route for a U.S. Marine killed in action in Afghanistan by placing small American flags along the roadway that the flags might upset some of her customers.”

Said the outraged tipster, “[The branch manager] took them down and made the citizen go in to get them if she didn’t want them thrown away.”

The flags were part of the funeral procession of Lance Corporal Christopher Fowlkes, 20, who died last week after an explosion in Afghanistan’s Helmand province.

WSPA-TV has also received similar tips about the “flag flap.”

A teller at the branch confirmed to TPS that the branch manager had been there around the time of the incident but had left for the day.

Bank of America released a statement apologizing for the incident and celled it a misunderstanding.

“We want to ensure the community knows how deeply proud we are of the men and women who have sacrificed so much in service to our country,” the statement said. “The bank does fly the American Flag at our locations throughout the country and flags were displayed in front of our banking center in Gaffney the evening prior to our dedicated Marine returning home.”

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UPDATE: WCBD in Charleston reports that Bank of America said the incident was a “miscommunication in corporate policy.” That raises the question, which policy would require employees to remove American flags that are part of a funeral procession for a fallen Marine?

Art

Lori Mick · 09-23-2009, 05:53 AM

I just saw that on Fox and Friends.....
I gotta get a new bank!

What is happening to America?????

2nd amend forever · 09-23-2009, 05:55 AM

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....Bank of America said the incident was a “miscommunication in corporate policy.” That raises the question, which policy would require employees to remove American flags that are part of a funeral procession for a fallen Marine?

Great point!

EddieS1967 · 09-23-2009, 08:56 AM

butbutbuhbut, the man said the mistake had been rectified. that makes everything ok

not a damn thing has been done, except give the people a little lip service

It's truly heartbreaking to see what is happening to this country

Has it been that long ago, that anyone, bank branch manager or ditch digger, would even consider acting this way and being this disrespectful, if for no other reason than just out of fear that their name & dirty deeds would become public knowledge, and some good old boy might just "rectify" the situation, personally!!!!

Now, they just don't care & unfortunately have no reason to worry

Trouble 45-70 · 09-23-2009, 11:23 AM

Just another Obama supporter.

GunHugger · 09-23-2009, 12:36 PM

I just called the branch to voice my thoughts.

The manager was worried that "someone" might be offended...I made sure they knew I am.

1602 West Floyd Baker Blvd
Gaffney, SC 29341
Customer Service: 864.487.3651

LINK to Email Bank Of America>>>https://www2.bankofamerica.com/conta...ge%3D&state=SC

ponycar17 · 09-23-2009, 03:10 PM

That happened in the town where I grew up. The branch manager is officially an idiot for this stunt. I don't think the manager in question will have a job much longer. The local outrage has been HUGE!

Personally, I have no idea why anyone banks with them anyway with the availability of local banks and credit unions....

dark_falcon27 · 09-23-2009, 03:20 PM

Glad i switched everything over to USAA 2 weeks ago. They treated me like crap the DAY I WAS CANCELING ALL MY ACCOUNTS. Ironic huh? I then felt completely justified

Terry_P · 09-23-2009, 04:22 PM

Megan Kelley on FOX this morning had one of those smooth PR types from BOA and absolutely skewered him for it. He was trying to make excuses and change the subject and she was pounding him to the point that he said the branch manager screwed up and as an old personnel mgr that I used work with's pet saying "left her (the manager) on the beach".

GunHugger · 09-23-2009, 05:52 PM

I received a reply from my email to them. Just their standard response.

At least they heard from me.

=============================================

Dear Xxxxxxx X. Xxxxxxxx,

Thank you for your inquiry dated 9/23/09 regarding a flag removal. We
are committed to providing you with the best banking experience possible and we will be happy to assist you.

First of all we would like to apologize for any inconvenience this may
have caused.

We want to ensure that you know how deeply proud we are of the men and
women who have sacrificed so much in service to our beloved country. The bank does fly the American flag at our locations throughout the country, and flags were displayed in front of our banking center in Gaffney the
evening prior to our dedicated Marine returning home.

Bank of America supports our troops and their families through the
following programs:

- Operation Homefront, which provides transitional housing for wounded
warriors.
- The Fisher House Foundation, which is a home away from home for
families of hospitalized service members.
- MilitarySaves, which is part of Go America, Save! and supports the
unique financial planning needs of our service men and women.

Once again, we apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. If
we may be of further assistance, please contact us again by e-mail.

Sincerely,

Ricardo Ortiz
Bank of America

OBrien · 09-23-2009, 08:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dark_falcon27

Glad i switched everything over to USAA 2 weeks ago. They treated me like crap the DAY I WAS CANCELING ALL MY ACCOUNTS. Ironic huh? I then felt completely justified

USAA is the only way to go. I recommend it to anyone who can get it. I don't want to "pimp" a bank but they are great and really seem to appreciate the business I give them and explain things I don't understand and don't treat me like an idiot.

ampaterry · 09-24-2009, 07:36 AM

I noticed that the PR dude with BOA skirted the issue of discipline for the manager that did this.

I am curious; do you suppose the manager's name is closer to Abdulla Muhammid than to Bob Smith?

ponycar17 · 09-24-2009, 06:52 PM

Actually, the manager's name is Brandy Tate. Tate is a common name in the black community in Gaffney. I don't know her race. I'm just stating what I know from 11 years living there....

Her name has been widely disseminated locally.

40CalJoe · 09-25-2009, 10:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ampaterry

I noticed that the PR dude with BOA skirted the issue of discipline for the manager that did this.

I am curious; do you suppose the manager's name is closer to Abdulla Muhammid than to Bob Smith?

That made me laugh.

Heaven forbid a minority be offended, lets go ahead and just pi.s off the majority. Yes, that is the business strategy for spineless wimps.

Didn't BOA just get a bunch of our money last year. And this is the payback?

Helix_FR · 09-25-2009, 12:18 PM

After reading that story I dumped all of my BOA stock (ain't worth nothin anymore) I don't tolerate disrespect, especially to those that died so that you even have a job in the USA. I'm getting real sick of people bowing down to the intolerant. I by no means am a pot stirrer and I don't go out of my way to offend people but there is a certain point were people just need to "get over it and move on". If flags in honor of a fallen soldier in front of your bank offends you then you must have one really boring uneventful life. Better yet, turn your a$# around and come back another time.

09-23-2009, 05:51 AM	#1
artabr Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: New Iberia, Louisiana Contributor Posts: 7,859	Way to go Bank of America NOT If there are any of you who are still not boycotting BOA, here's another reason. The original boycott. http://www.bankofamericaboycott.com/ http://www.palmettoscoop.com/2009/09...-sc-flag-flap/ Bank of America in hot water over SC flag flap BRANCH MANAGER REPORTEDLY ORDERS REMOVAL OF FLAGS PLACED TO HONOR FALLEN MARINE A South Carolina Bank of America branch is drawing criticism Thursday after an employee reportedly ordered the removal of American flags placed to honor a fallen Marine over fears that people would be offended. The Palmetto Scoop received one eyewitness email claiming that the branch manager at Bank of America’s Gaffney branch at 1602 West Floyd Baker Blvd. “told a citizen who was preparing the route for a U.S. Marine killed in action in Afghanistan by placing small American flags along the roadway that the flags might upset some of her customers.” Said the outraged tipster, “[The branch manager] took them down and made the citizen go in to get them if she didn’t want them thrown away.” The flags were part of the funeral procession of Lance Corporal Christopher Fowlkes, 20, who died last week after an explosion in Afghanistan’s Helmand province. WSPA-TV has also received similar tips about the “flag flap.” A teller at the branch confirmed to TPS that the branch manager had been there around the time of the incident but had left for the day. Bank of America released a statement apologizing for the incident and celled it a misunderstanding. “We want to ensure the community knows how deeply proud we are of the men and women who have sacrificed so much in service to our country,” the statement said. “The bank does fly the American Flag at our locations throughout the country and flags were displayed in front of our banking center in Gaffney the evening prior to our dedicated Marine returning home.” ___________ UPDATE: WCBD in Charleston reports that Bank of America said the incident was a “miscommunication in corporate policy.” That raises the question, which policy would require employees to remove American flags that are part of a funeral procession for a fallen Marine? Art __________________ God and the soldier we like adore, In times of trouble, not before. When troubles ended and all things righted, God is forgotten and the soldier is slighted. Francis Quarles 1592 - 1644 __________________ When asked for my race, I answer CauCajun. Hope is not a plan, and not all change is good. The resistance is here; the resistance is now. RESIST! These hands are neither cold nor are they dead!! --> Last edited by artabr; 09-23-2009 at 01:11 PM..

09-23-2009, 05:53 AM	#2
Lori Mick Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Stuck in Upstate NY for a while Posts: 2,374	Re: Way to go Bank of America I just saw that on Fox and Friends..... I gotta get a new bank! What is happening to America????? __________________ It's a Brand New Day! Make it an awesome one! "No one outside myself can rule me inwardly. Knowing this I become wholly free."

09-23-2009, 08:56 AM	#4
EddieS1967 V.I.P. Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Location:Location: Posts: 304	Re: Way to go Bank of America butbutbuhbut, the man said the mistake had been rectified. that makes everything ok not a damn thing has been done, except give the people a little lip service It's truly heartbreaking to see what is happening to this country Has it been that long ago, that anyone, bank branch manager or ditch digger, would even consider acting this way and being this disrespectful, if for no other reason than just out of fear that their name & dirty deeds would become public knowledge, and some good old boy might just "rectify" the situation, personally!!!! Now, they just don't care & unfortunately have no reason to worry __________________ "First at Bethel, Farthest at Gettysburg & Chickamauga, and Last at Appomattox." ___________________________________________________________________________ "Cheer Up!!! It's only going to get worse!!!

09-23-2009, 11:23 AM	#5
Trouble 45-70 Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: NE Ar. W. of Black River Contributor Posts: 2,703	Re: Way to go Bank of America Just another Obama supporter.

09-23-2009, 12:36 PM	#6
GunHugger Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: SW PA Posts: 1,162	Re: Way to go Bank of America I just called the branch to voice my thoughts. The manager was worried that "someone" might be offended...I made sure they knew I am. 1602 West Floyd Baker Blvd Gaffney, SC 29341 Customer Service: 864.487.3651 LINK to Email Bank Of America>>>https://www2.bankofamerica.com/conta...ge%3D&state=SC __________________ . “There will be a revolution in this country!” “I don’t believe people should to be able to own guns.” ~Barack Obama "Stand your ground. Don't fire unless fired upon, but if they mean to have a war let it begin here." ~Captain John Parker, to his Minute Men on Lexington Green, April 19, 1775.

09-23-2009, 03:10 PM	#7
ponycar17 Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: South Carolina Contributor Posts: 4,884	Re: Way to go Bank of America That happened in the town where I grew up. The branch manager is officially an idiot for this stunt. I don't think the manager in question will have a job much longer. The local outrage has been HUGE! Personally, I have no idea why anyone banks with them anyway with the availability of local banks and credit unions.... __________________ Arm yourself with intellectual Ammunition! Gunfacts 5.1 Myth-Busting Facts JustFacts.com on Gun Control Stopping Power, the Downloadable Book Last edited by ponycar17; 09-23-2009 at 03:11 PM..

09-23-2009, 03:20 PM	#8
dark_falcon27 V.I.P. Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Auburn, Al Posts: 90	Re: Way to go Bank of America Glad i switched everything over to USAA 2 weeks ago. They treated me like crap the DAY I WAS CANCELING ALL MY ACCOUNTS. Ironic huh? I then felt completely justified __________________ "He who stays on the defensive does not make war, he endures it" "...Blessed be the Lord, my rock, who trains my hands for war, and my fingers for battle" Psalm 144:1

09-23-2009, 04:22 PM	#9
Terry_P Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: NH Posts: 2,513	Re: Way to go Bank of America Megan Kelley on FOX this morning had one of those smooth PR types from BOA and absolutely skewered him for it. He was trying to make excuses and change the subject and she was pounding him to the point that he said the branch manager screwed up and as an old personnel mgr that I used work with's pet saying "left her (the manager) on the beach". __________________ NRA and NAHC Life "Both oligarch and tyrant mistrust the people, and therefore deprive them of their arms." -Aristotle Last edited by Terry_P; 09-23-2009 at 04:23 PM..

09-23-2009, 05:52 PM	#10
GunHugger Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: SW PA Posts: 1,162	Re: Way to go Bank of America I received a reply from my email to them. Just their standard response. At least they heard from me. ============================================= Dear Xxxxxxx X. Xxxxxxxx, Thank you for your inquiry dated 9/23/09 regarding a flag removal. We are committed to providing you with the best banking experience possible and we will be happy to assist you. First of all we would like to apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. We want to ensure that you know how deeply proud we are of the men and women who have sacrificed so much in service to our beloved country. The bank does fly the American flag at our locations throughout the country, and flags were displayed in front of our banking center in Gaffney the evening prior to our dedicated Marine returning home. Bank of America supports our troops and their families through the following programs: - Operation Homefront, which provides transitional housing for wounded warriors. - The Fisher House Foundation, which is a home away from home for families of hospitalized service members. - MilitarySaves, which is part of Go America, Save! and supports the unique financial planning needs of our service men and women. Once again, we apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. If we may be of further assistance, please contact us again by e-mail. Sincerely, Ricardo Ortiz Bank of America __________________ . “There will be a revolution in this country!” “I don’t believe people should to be able to own guns.” ~Barack Obama "Stand your ground. Don't fire unless fired upon, but if they mean to have a war let it begin here." ~Captain John Parker, to his Minute Men on Lexington Green, April 19, 1775.

09-24-2009, 07:36 AM	#12
ampaterry TFF Admin Staff Chaplain Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: West Tennessee Contributor Posts: 6,378	Re: Way to go Bank of America I noticed that the PR dude with BOA skirted the issue of discipline for the manager that did this. I am curious; do you suppose the manager's name is closer to Abdulla Muhammid than to Bob Smith? __________________ Reason given by one of Obama's more intellectual supporters when asked why she voted for him: *"He gave me a PHONE!!"*

09-24-2009, 06:52 PM	#13
ponycar17 Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: South Carolina Contributor Posts: 4,884	Re: Way to go Bank of America Actually, the manager's name is Brandy Tate. Tate is a common name in the black community in Gaffney. I don't know her race. I'm just stating what I know from 11 years living there.... Her name has been widely disseminated locally. __________________ Arm yourself with intellectual Ammunition! Gunfacts 5.1 Myth-Busting Facts JustFacts.com on Gun Control Stopping Power, the Downloadable Book Last edited by ponycar17; 09-24-2009 at 06:53 PM..

09-25-2009, 12:18 PM	#15
Helix_FR TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Imperial, MO Posts: 3,669	Re: Way to go Bank of America After reading that story I dumped all of my BOA stock (ain't worth nothin anymore) I don't tolerate disrespect, especially to those that died so that you even have a job in the USA. I'm getting real sick of people bowing down to the intolerant. I by no means am a pot stirrer and I don't go out of my way to offend people but there is a certain point were people just need to "get over it and move on". If flags in honor of a fallen soldier in front of your bank offends you then you must have one really boring uneventful life. Better yet, turn your a$# around and come back another time.