Sunday, August 16, 2020
Georgia Shop Requires $20 Deposit Only For White Customers
A vintage clothing shop in Savannah, Georgia has come under fire after they posted a Facebook promotion that stated they would require white customers to pay a $20 refundable deposit when they book an appointment to shop at the store, but they are waiving this fee for "BIPOC" (Black, indigenous, and people of color) customers.
Civvies on Broughton, which is known for its elaborate collection of recycled clothing, posted the viral promotion announcing their reopening plans, including their racial guidelines.
"As a mostly white staff with white ownership, we do not feel comfortable upholding a digital and financial barrier which could prohibit BIPOC from shopping at our store at this time on top of the limitations already made by online booking," the post read.
If white customers could not pay the $20 deposit, they could contact management to "discuss other options."
However, if white customers simply refused to pay the deposit because of ethical reasons they would "not be accepted for an appointment."
Civvies received major blowback for the post, with some even threatening legal action against the discriminatory policy.
"Most of the feedback about our decision to waive this refundable deposit is racist because it favors Black people, Indigenous people, and...
The 90 Miles Mystery Video: Nyctophilia Edition #381
Before You Click On The "Read More" Link,
Please Only Do So If You Are Over 21 Years Old.
If You are Easily Upset, Triggered Or Offended, This Is Not The Place For You.
Please Leave Silently Into The Night......
The 90 Miles Mystery Box: Episode #1081
You have come across a mystery box. But what is inside?
It could be literally anything from the serene to the horrific,
from the beautiful to the repugnant,
from the mysterious to the familiar.
If you decide to open it, you could be disappointed,
you could be inspired, you could be appalled.
This is not for the faint of heart or the easily offended.
You have been warned.
Saturday, August 15, 2020
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