[–] Apoplectic1 0 points 3 points 3 points (+3|-0) ago
While I disagree that it is offensive and represents slavery and racism (I'm from the south and had multiple ancestors fight in the Cival war on the side of the Confederates, all of whom far too poor to own slaves), it is your prerogative as to whether or not you wish to carry and sell Confederate items.
This post may be better suited for /v/askvoat though.
[–] toobaditworks [S] ago (edited ago)
That was a quote from Pisgah Inn on facebook. I'll make an edit to show this.
[–] Apoplectic1 ago
Ah, I thought you either owned the inn or was otherwise affiliated with it and was asking our opinions on y'all's decision.
I still stand by my comments though.
[–] X_805 0 points 3 points 3 points (+3|-0) ago (edited ago)
Don't see that on their page but they now have something else posted about freedoms.
Edit: Now that's gone too. Got a screenshot though.
[–] toobaditworks [S] ago
Interesting. I wonder why they took it down.
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[–] nomenimion 0 points 4 points 4 points (+4|-0) ago
As of now, it's a symbol of free speech and defiance. These fascists have given it that dignity.
Sent them a message. No reply yet.
Edit: They replied concerning the small message about losing freedoms that was deleted but sadly no details about the government request. They also have a history of disagreeing with government actions (government shutdown) so I thought it would make an interesting story.
[–] toobaditworks [S] 0 points 2 points 2 points (+2|-0) ago (edited ago)
Quote from their facebook page:
We have been asked (by the government) to voluntarily stop selling "confederate flag" stuff. I thought it over, and agree. We will pull any and all items that show the confederate flag. I am interested in what you think about this. Please feel free to share your comments. I have to say that I do not connect the "confederate flag" with the murders in South Carolina. I do however, agree with pulling any item that could offend anyone for any reason. (or do I?).
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[–] nomenimion 0 points 1 point 1 point (+1|-0) ago
In that case, every item needs to be pulled, since everything is potentially offensive.
[–] Sectan 0 points 1 point 1 point (+1|-0) ago
I can understand people asking for the flag to not be flown on government grounds. It's a bit iffy, but I can understand it.
The massive "RABBLE RABBLE RABBLE RABBLE RABBLE" about the flag in general just seems to be appeasing the overly sensitive. If you have an issue with the flag, don't shop from places that sell it. Vote with your wallet and all that. This whole thing just gives the flag more legitimacy.
[–] fleas 0 points 9 points 9 points (+9|-0) ago
I'm not sure how voluntary it is when an entity capable of destroying your life asks.
[–] nomenimion 0 points 3 points 3 points (+3|-0) ago
It isn't voluntary at all. This is intimidation, plain and simple.