The belief that people can find anything these days to be offended by is one that is becoming more and more popular.
There is undoubtedly a sense of change in the world right now, even though it may be overly simplistic to refer to this generation as the “snowflake” generation as some have done.
While it may be a good thing in certain situations—after all, there are some acts that were once considered the standard but are now unacceptable in contemporary society—in other cases, it seems like we are overreacting to the want to monitor one another.
An Oklahoman liquor business that posted a sign that sparked criticism found itself in this exact precipice.
We can all agree that there is a distinction between eliminating truly offensive things and being upset in order to create drama, even though we all want to live in a world free from prejudice, hate, and bullying.
People are frequently “outed” on the internet these days for something they have said or done. It truly only takes a few clicks to become the contentious focal point of an internet tempest.
Midwest Wine and Spirits, an Oklahoman liquor store, discovered this after posting a sign in their storefront window that said, “Pull your pants up or don’t come in.”
“Try to have some decency and respect for others,” the notice continued. Nobody desires to view your panties.
Looks like it wouldn’t be all that objectionable, does it? They’re not specifically disparaging any group or acting in a biased manner because of their political or religious beliefs, or anything else of that sort.
Nevertheless, the sign and the idea that the company had the authority to tell customers what they could and could not wear obviously infuriated a lot of people.
The sign wasn’t up for long before it was posted online, allowing users to carry on the general discussion. And they did carry on with it.
Reports state that the fiasco went viral very fast. “I realize wearing pants low is a fashion statement for some, but it doesn’t work for me and I find it somewhat offensive,” Chad Gilbert, one of the store managers, defended the sign.
“Usually, when people come in with their pants sagging, it’s easier for them to steal bottles,” the store employee continued.
Sunshine Weatherby, a neighborhood client, said, “I can see that if it was like a church.” Families are there; you may find that objectionable, but this is a liquor business. In a booze store, I’ve witnessed worse.
How do you feel about the debate? Was there anything improper about the booze business posting the sign? Or are they exaggerating it too much? Please tell us in the comments section.
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