EDITORIAL/Costly Sign: Maine insurance agency learns about social media, serves as a lesson for others
Every once in a while there's an object lesson for everyone across the land, even those of us here in the Twin Cities.
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Every once in a while there's an object lesson for everyone across the land, even those of us here in the Twin Cities.
A photo of the sign began making the rounds online after it was posted on Facebook on Monday, and the response was vitriolic and swift. The woman who wrote it said she meant no ill-will.
An image of the racist sign was shared online Monday, gaining the attention of thousands across social media.
"Juneteenth. It's whatever...We're closed. Enjoy your fried chicken and collard greens," the sign said.
The Harry E. Reed Insurance Agency had already faced criticism after it posted a sign that was dismissive of the holiday and included a racist trope.