Black church owns building that houses white supremacist shop

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The discussion centers around the controversial "Redneck Shop" in Laurens, SC, known for selling Confederate memorabilia and KKK robes. A black church now owns the building but is unable to evict the shop's owner until his death, due to the deed's stipulations. Participants reflect on the peculiar situation, likening it to a Southern Gothic narrative reminiscent of William Faulkner's work. There is a mix of curiosity and humor about the shop's operations and the relationship between the church and the shop, including a light-hearted question about potential discounts for church members. The conversation highlights the complex dynamics of race, history, and community in the South.
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Some of you may have heard about the "world famous Redneck Shop" in Laurens SC that sells Confederate memorabilia, KKK robes, etc. A black church now holds title to the building, but under the terms of the deed, they can't kick the Redneck Shop out until its owner dies!

Uneasy Neighbors in a Southern Gothic Tale (NY Times)

I've been past the place many times, but have never gone inside. Laurens is about a 15-minute drive away. A lawyer friend of ours has his office a few doors down the street.
 
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Do they give church members discounts?
 
William Faulkner couldn't have written a better story. I've known a few KKK members and as the story suggests they tend to be their own worst victims these days. That they joined the church and the woman still prays for forgiveness says it all.
 
Ivan Seeking said:
Do they give church members discounts?

:smile:
 
Ivan Seeking said:
Do they give church members discounts?

Lol, good one.
 

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