White Man's Burden:Alleged white supremacist wants apology for hotel cancellation

[onedef92]

Alleged white supremacist wants apology for hotel cancellation

Posted: Jan 31, 2011 9:58 AM EST
Updated: Feb 01, 2011 9:35 AM EST

CHARLOTTE, NC (WBTV / AP) - The organizer of a group known for its white supremacist and anti-immigrant views spoke to reporters in Charlotte on Monday about a hotel which decided at the last minute to cancel the group's reservations for an upcoming conference.


Last week, The Sheraton Charlotte Airport Hotel announced it had canceled the group's reservations due to issues pertaining to guest safety.

American Renaissance magazine editor Jared Taylor claims he informed the hotel management more than six months ago that there could be protesters at the Feb. 5 conference.

"I personally leveled with the hotel staff, I wanted to make absolutely sure that there was no misunderstanding about what the risks were, and they said 'Yes, we understand,'" said Taylor.

Taylor also claims Charlotte City Councilman Patrick Cannon violated the group's First Amendment rights by contacting hotels in the Charlotte area about the conference.

Taylor says he thinks he may have grounds for a lawsuit.

Cannon says he was just finding information in response to a question from a constituent.

"I did not send an email, nor write, nor call any hotel...[there's] nothing to apologize for given I didn't contact any hotels," said Cannon.

Cannon says he expressed concern to his constituents about safety at the event because of protestors who might attend.

Cannon sent an email to a constituent last week that reportedly read as follows: "I have all hotels, motels, and gotels (sic) on notice and they seem to be cooperating well still. An attempt was made for accommodations at another hotel but based on what I ask to take place they were denied again."

Taylor said the Sheraton will likely loose close to $50,000 in revenue because of the cancellation.

He said he is not sure where the group will hold its conference now.

On Monday, the hotel released the following statement:

The Sheraton Charlotte Airport Hotel recognizes the rights of individuals and organizations to assemble. However, we also have an obligation to provide for the safety and security of our guests, our associates and of the community at large.

Upon learning of the extremely controversial views of the New Century Foundation, the Sheraton Charlotte Airport Hotel elected to cancel this organization's booking for an event in February. No outside entities played a role in this decision.

This event was originally confirmed only because those involved in the booking were unaware of the unique dynamics associated with this group. Despite recent reports, the hotel had no information about the group's background when this event was booked.

On Saturday, February 5, groups opposing American Renaissance will hold a rally and forum in Charlotte.

The rally will be in Marshall Park, E. 3rd Street between S. Davidson and S. McDowell from 10 -11:30 a.m.

The forum will be at West Boulevard Library, 2157 West Boulevard in Charlotte from 1-2:30 p.m.

[Scissors]

Of course they were correct. It's their hotel. Tough sh*t for the racist d-bags. They're free to take their money to a place that wants it.

Funny how so many of the most extreme groups have such benign names. "New Century Foundation". Yeah.

[ChasC5]

I would tell them, Sarah Palin will only deny there was ever a cancellation; say about 300 Years from now.

[thkauffman]

Originally Posted by ChasC5

I would tell them, Sarah Palin will only deny there was ever a cancellation; say about 300 Years from now.

Is it possible for you or Exotix to ever make any kind of sense?

They were within their rights to cancel. If they want to turn down the money, that's their business.

[Exotix]

Originally Posted by thkauffman

Is it possible for you or Exotix to ever make any kind of sense?

They were within their rights to cancel. If they want to turn down the money, that's their business.

*Fanatics* should know by now they have to find a hotel that caters to their *needs* ... you didn't actually believe Palin, Tancredo, Beck and Tea Party et al just pick any hotel did you ? Oh no, they have the Heritage Foundation as their booking agents ...

[ChasC5]

Originally Posted by thkauffman

Is it possible for you or Exotix to ever make any kind of sense?

They were within their rights to cancel. If they want to turn down the money, that's their business.

Sort answer; No, not to your liking. But then I don’t need to.

Yes you are correct; the choice is theirs; unless they allow another group, who is also bias. See how this works, it ain’t Rocket Science.

[ChasC5]

Originally Posted by onedef92

Alleged white supremacist wants apology for hotel cancellation

Posted: Jan 31, 2011 9:58 AM EST
Updated: Feb 01, 2011 9:35 AM EST

CHARLOTTE, NC (WBTV / AP) - The organizer of a group known for its white supremacist and anti-immigrant views spoke to reporters in Charlotte on Monday about a hotel which decided at the last minute to cancel the group's reservations for an upcoming conference.


Last week, The Sheraton Charlotte Airport Hotel announced it had canceled the group's reservations due to issues pertaining to guest safety.

American Renaissance magazine editor Jared Taylor claims he informed the hotel management more than six months ago that there could be protesters at the Feb. 5 conference.

"I personally leveled with the hotel staff, I wanted to make absolutely sure that there was no misunderstanding about what the risks were, and they said 'Yes, we understand,'" said Taylor.

Taylor also claims Charlotte City Councilman Patrick Cannon violated the group's First Amendment rights by contacting hotels in the Charlotte area about the conference.

Taylor says he thinks he may have grounds for a lawsuit.

Cannon says he was just finding information in response to a question from a constituent.

"I did not send an email, nor write, nor call any hotel...[there's] nothing to apologize for given I didn't contact any hotels," said Cannon.

Cannon says he expressed concern to his constituents about safety at the event because of protestors who might attend.

Cannon sent an email to a constituent last week that reportedly read as follows: "I have all hotels, motels, and gotels (sic) on notice and they seem to be cooperating well still. An attempt was made for accommodations at another hotel but based on what I ask to take place they were denied again."

Taylor said the Sheraton will likely loose close to $50,000 in revenue because of the cancellation.

He said he is not sure where the group will hold its conference now.

On Monday, the hotel released the following statement:

The Sheraton Charlotte Airport Hotel recognizes the rights of individuals and organizations to assemble. However, we also have an obligation to provide for the safety and security of our guests, our associates and of the community at large.

Upon learning of the extremely controversial views of the New Century Foundation, the Sheraton Charlotte Airport Hotel elected to cancel this organization's booking for an event in February. No outside entities played a role in this decision.

This event was originally confirmed only because those involved in the booking were unaware of the unique dynamics associated with this group. Despite recent reports, the hotel had no information about the group's background when this event was booked.

On Saturday, February 5, groups opposing American Renaissance will hold a rally and forum in Charlotte.

The rally will be in Marshall Park, E. 3rd Street between S. Davidson and S. McDowell from 10 -11:30 a.m.

The forum will be at West Boulevard Library, 2157 West Boulevard in Charlotte from 1-2:30 p.m.

Just curious; so why exactly would “White Man's Burden” be appended to the original headline?

Where’s is the burden?

Is there a sympathy you have for the group that you would like to openly express?

[thkauffman]

Originally Posted by ChasC5

Just curious; so why exactly would “White Man's Burden” be appended to the original headline?

Where’s is the burden?

Is there a sympathy you have for the group that you would like to openly express?

You apparently don't know Jules, do you? And you aren't familiar with his headlines, either.

[Bill]

Originally Posted by ChasC5

Just curious; so why exactly would “White Man's Burden” be appended to the original headline?

Where’s is the burden?

Is there a sympathy you have for the group that you would like to openly express?

When you find out the answer to your question, you will know why people are laughing at you.

[thkauffman]

Originally Posted by bill_daniels

When you find out the answer to your question, you will know why people are laughing at you.

Once again, a racist finds racism wherever he looks...

[Stangkiller]

Originally Posted by bill_daniels

When you find out the answer to your question, you will know why people are laughing at you.

[ChasC5]

Originally Posted by bill_daniels

When you find out the answer to your question, you will know why people are laughing at you.

I guess that means I won't get sn answer; oh well, its not like it's my burden to carry anyway.

No body knows the truble I've seen.

[Bill]

Originally Posted by ChasC5

I guess that means I won't get an answer; oh well, its not like it's my burden to carry anyway.

No body knows the trouble I've seen.

the 4-1-1:

Onedef is black, and I think is/was in the newspaper business. He posts news stories, adding his own funny, or more often, punny headlines. Check out OT for examples.

[ChasC5]

Originally Posted by bill_daniels

the 4-1-1:

Onedef is black, and I think is/was in the newspaper business. He posts news stories, adding his own funny, or more often, punny headlines. Check out OT for examples.

Ok got it, I side with the plantif your honor.

Besides, it rare that racist do their best work out in the open.

[BADRACR1]

Originally Posted by thkauffman

They were within their rights to cancel. If they want to turn down the money, that's their business.

Funny how they claim their rights were violated, yet whine when the management exercises their right to book or not.

[BADRACR1]

Originally Posted by thkauffman

Once again, a racist finds racism wherever he looks...

I voted "yes". It's a business. They have the right to serve who they wish. They weren't acting racist in any way. It's about politics, and as best I remember there isn't anything in the Constitution about political beliefs.
If it were my business, I wouldn't allow the white supremists, kkk, or the black panthers either. My business, my choice.
(And I didn't capitalize those groups on purpose. IMO, they don't deserve the recognition.)

[BADRACR1]

Originally Posted by ChasC5

Just curious; so why exactly would “White Man's Burden” be appended to the original headline?

Where’s is the burden?

Is there a sympathy you have for the group that you would like to openly express?

Onedef always has creative headlines. Many times a pun, twist, or joke. Don't be so literal.

[ChasC5]

Originally Posted by BADRACR1

Onedef always has creative headlines. Many times a pun, twist, or joke. Don't be so literal.

It's the Physicist in me; if it don't add up, I ask why.

[BADRACR1]

Von Goethe said, "The intelligent man finds almost everything ridiculous, the sensible man hardly anything."
Humor makes the world go around.

[ChasC5]

Originally Posted by BADRACR1

Von Goethe said, "The intelligent man finds almost everything ridiculous, the sensible man hardly anything."
Humor makes the world go around.

It took an scientists to educate the ignorant that the World is Round, and the ignorant ruled for centuries and what was their followers called?

No charge, my gift.


Mama is calling.