[OMIK] new ham experience with racism

[Frank Decuire]

I agree with Richard, Doc (WW9W) make sure they treat  her right.


Frank K6FED
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> On Aug 2, 2026, at 5:20 AM, Richard Bell via OMIK <omik at mailman.qth.net> wrote:
> 
> May I suggest the person contact Robert Evans, WW9W, who has been connected with Ham Radio Outlet located in Plano, TX.
> 
> I’m a little perplexed about the issue the person is encountering unless they’re shopping on EBay or Amazon which I would not recommend for a new ham. .
> 
> 73 W5BXE Richard
> (501) 258-5850 text/voice
> 
> 
>> On Aug 1, 2026, at 6:06 PM, Lloyd Mitchell KO4L via OMIK <omik at mailman.qth.net> wrote:
>> 
>> Jesse without giving too much away which state are they located
>> 
>> Lloyd M Mitchell KO4L
>> 
>> 
>>> On Sat, Aug 1, 2026, 5:48 PM Courtney Smith via OMIK <omik at mailman.qth.net>
>>> wrote:
>>> 
>>> Any chance there is a friendly local club near her?  They may be able to
>>> help her evaluate different gear and possibly have a member willing to loan
>>> gear.  From there she can order online from a reputable dealer of her
>>> choice.
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
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>>> Sent: Saturday, 01 August 2026 08:35:53
>>> To: OMIK Amateur Radio Association <OMIK at mailman.qth.net>
>>> Subject: [OMIK] new ham experience with racism
>>> 
>>> Hey folx
>>> I've been chatting with a new ham who has been confronting racism and
>>> sexism when attempting to purchase gear in person. What would y'all
>>> recommend?
>>> Of course, I've recommended that she join OMIK.  😉
>>> 
>>> I recall that OMIK has good relationships with some friendly amateur radio
>>> suppliers.  What are those suppliers?
>>> 
>>> TNX ES 73,
>>> Jesse Alexander, WB2IFS/3
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