Black church owns building that houses white supremacist shop

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around the ownership of a building housing the "Redneck Shop," which sells Confederate memorabilia and KKK robes, by a black church in Laurens, SC. The conversation touches on the implications of this ownership, community dynamics, and personal anecdotes related to the situation.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express curiosity about the church's ownership and the stipulation that they cannot evict the shop's owner until his death.
  • One participant draws a literary parallel to William Faulkner, suggesting that the situation reflects complex social dynamics and personal narratives within the community.
  • Several participants humorously inquire about discounts for church members at the shop, indicating a light-hearted approach to a serious topic.

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The discussion includes a mix of serious commentary and humor, with no clear consensus on the implications of the church's ownership or the community's response to the shop.

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Participants do not delve into the legal or historical context of the church's ownership or the shop's operations, leaving these aspects unexplored.

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Readers interested in community dynamics, social justice issues, or the intersection of race and local history may find this discussion relevant.

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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.