BOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!What a BUNCH OF IDIOTS!!!!!!!!!!!!! WINSTON-SALEM has on city council!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Lynn Flowers - 5 years ago
We have been attending the Dixie Classic Fair for years and we, along with many of our friends and family, have decided to NOT attend if the name is changed (despite OVERWHELMING public opinion to KEEP THE NAME, versus a vocal minority crying “racism”). Over the years we have observed a plethora of African Americans enjoying the Dixie Classic Fair and all it has to offer, with no qualms about THE NAME. Relinquishing the name despite the “majority rule,” will certainly have a negative effect and offend many, many loyal fans of the Dixie Classic Fair. PLEASE BE “FAIR!”
Lynn Flowers - 5 years ago
We have been attending the Dixie Classic Fair for years and we, along with many of our friends and family, have decided to NOT attend if the name is changed (despite OVERWHELMING public opinion to KEEP THE NAME, versus a vocal minority crying “racism”). Over the years we have observed a plethora of African Americans enjoying the Dixie Classic Fair and all it has to offer, with no qualms about THE NAME. Relinquishing the name despite the “majority rule,” will certainly have a negative effect and offend many, many loyal fans of the Dixie Classic Fair. PLEASE BE “FAIR!”
Jim f - 5 years ago
Time to get rid of Dixie cups and Dixie land bands?
Aman - 5 years ago
We have been calling the local fair the “Dixie Classic” for years, and that’s what people will always know it as and call it. It’s a shame that these past 2 years people have become so sensitive over things like names that don’t affect themselves or anyone else. the Dixie Classic has continuously been an open environment for families of all backgrounds to attend and enjoy, I haven’t seen the name stopping any of them from attending and enjoying the festivities.
Charlie Smalls - 5 years ago
YES, me, and several I know of have been saying for years that the Dixie Classic Fair name should be changed. The name Dixie is a constant reminder to me and my family that my ancestors were owned, and abused right here in North Carolina.
Every year when the fair comes to town reminds me of the difficult times that my ancestors had, and the fact that the name "dixie" is still alive and well. Can anyone explain to me how race relations can be dealt with when we are faced with these constant reminders of this terrible time in our history?? So many want to keep our wounds open, by protesting the removal of these symbols of hate like the Confederate monuments, and wanting to hold on to ole "Dixie". Please, when you consider that Dixie Classic Fair may not have a negative connotation to you personally, you should consider that "Dixie" might be hurtful, and bring on sadness to others! What saddens me the most now is that so many of you are content with keeping "Dixie" alive. We will never fully heal our wounds until "Dixie", and it representation dies with it!
Autumn - 5 years ago
No the name shouldn't be changed. It's history and you can't change that. Are you going to change Dixie high school, or the name Dixie for children. What about Dixie sugar. It's time for the world to move on and grow up. I'm from the north yet I harbor no issues with the name Dixie. I have multi nationality in my family yet it doesn't bother me at all. Time for the rest off world to do the same.
Heather - 5 years ago
Yes the name should be changed. People who say nobody alive today suffered from slavery just show ignorance. There are thousands of families that have suffered because of slavery. Those making stupid comments like “should I change my name?” Don’t even make sense. It is embarrassing how people are arguing that something that is obviously named after a horrible time, should stand. Living in NC has taught me just how much racism is still alive. Nobody should be offended by wNting to change the name, and represent a more diverse & accepting environment. Ignorance should not rule.
S Walker - 5 years ago
Shame, shame, shame on the ones that made a complaint on the name. God help this country! The next thing will be to remove the name "southern" because it will offend someone. I'm offended this is happening. When will this stupidity stop. Stand up people. I'm tired of our southern heritage being destroyed piece by piece. Dixie represents south. Tell the ones who complained go find a spot on this Earth to live so they won't be offended. Problem is they won't find that spot!
Dixie - 5 years ago
If the fair changes its name does that mean I am supposed to change my legal name as well? I was named after an actress not anything to do with slavery!
Susan McDuffie - 5 years ago
What in the world does the word “Dixie” have to do with slavery? It’s a good thing the Winn-Dixie grocery store chain is out of business, they would find themselves in a legal suit in today’s time. It’s time people take a stand on this silly mess, otherwise there is no end in sight!
Gary williams - 5 years ago
As a 20+ year naturalized citizen, originally from Canada, I believe the name Dixie Classic Fair should remain. Never has the name made me think of the confederacy but rather of everything good about the southern lifestyle. It seems to me the supporters of a name change for what I believe are highly questionable reasons are searching to find anything related to souther life and then naming it confederacy related. This would be such a shame to change a representative name of souther lifestyle for what I believe to be artificial generated reasons. If they don’t like the name, then they shouldn’t go.
Curtis W Steen - 5 years ago
The name has not a thing to do with Slavery. Dixie was used as a money note before the civil war. I wish people would study and teach history on this and many other subjects about our great country. It should be voted on by the people and not decided by a select few who don't represent the majority. Let the people decide not the race baiters making this an issue. Dixie is a name for the South ..that's it ... nothing more to it.
Welborn - 5 years ago
There’s not one person that the name Dixie should offend in any way! Not a single person alive today was a victim of slavery! It’s history people be thankful the way this country we live in now is the way it is! Grow up people wanting this changed is childish the name Dixie hasn’t stopped anyone white/ African American/ Hispanic from going to the fair ever and is isn’t going to now!
Dixie - 5 years ago
If the fair changes its name does that mean I am supposed to change my legal name as well? I was named after an actress not anything to do with slavery!
Kim Saylor Tharington - 5 years ago
The name is historical and there is no need to change it..
If asked, I feel only a handful of people would even associate any negative connotation to the name.
Diane - 5 years ago
I think these decisions are made by very few people. Removing staute and name change for fair grounds. Government doesn't work if only ran by a few.
Sandra Beasley - 5 years ago
This name is historic and stands for community, fun, learning, hard work and unity. Our family has been a part of this fair for 15 years. The name has NEVER reminded us of slavery...and we are from CA. Please keep the name. Tradition and the prohibitive cost of changing it both show the wisdom of keeping it!
Thank you
BOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!What a BUNCH OF IDIOTS!!!!!!!!!!!!! WINSTON-SALEM has on city council!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
We have been attending the Dixie Classic Fair for years and we, along with many of our friends and family, have decided to NOT attend if the name is changed (despite OVERWHELMING public opinion to KEEP THE NAME, versus a vocal minority crying “racism”). Over the years we have observed a plethora of African Americans enjoying the Dixie Classic Fair and all it has to offer, with no qualms about THE NAME. Relinquishing the name despite the “majority rule,” will certainly have a negative effect and offend many, many loyal fans of the Dixie Classic Fair. PLEASE BE “FAIR!”
We have been attending the Dixie Classic Fair for years and we, along with many of our friends and family, have decided to NOT attend if the name is changed (despite OVERWHELMING public opinion to KEEP THE NAME, versus a vocal minority crying “racism”). Over the years we have observed a plethora of African Americans enjoying the Dixie Classic Fair and all it has to offer, with no qualms about THE NAME. Relinquishing the name despite the “majority rule,” will certainly have a negative effect and offend many, many loyal fans of the Dixie Classic Fair. PLEASE BE “FAIR!”
Time to get rid of Dixie cups and Dixie land bands?
We have been calling the local fair the “Dixie Classic” for years, and that’s what people will always know it as and call it. It’s a shame that these past 2 years people have become so sensitive over things like names that don’t affect themselves or anyone else. the Dixie Classic has continuously been an open environment for families of all backgrounds to attend and enjoy, I haven’t seen the name stopping any of them from attending and enjoying the festivities.
YES, me, and several I know of have been saying for years that the Dixie Classic Fair name should be changed. The name Dixie is a constant reminder to me and my family that my ancestors were owned, and abused right here in North Carolina.
Every year when the fair comes to town reminds me of the difficult times that my ancestors had, and the fact that the name "dixie" is still alive and well. Can anyone explain to me how race relations can be dealt with when we are faced with these constant reminders of this terrible time in our history?? So many want to keep our wounds open, by protesting the removal of these symbols of hate like the Confederate monuments, and wanting to hold on to ole "Dixie". Please, when you consider that Dixie Classic Fair may not have a negative connotation to you personally, you should consider that "Dixie" might be hurtful, and bring on sadness to others! What saddens me the most now is that so many of you are content with keeping "Dixie" alive. We will never fully heal our wounds until "Dixie", and it representation dies with it!
No the name shouldn't be changed. It's history and you can't change that. Are you going to change Dixie high school, or the name Dixie for children. What about Dixie sugar. It's time for the world to move on and grow up. I'm from the north yet I harbor no issues with the name Dixie. I have multi nationality in my family yet it doesn't bother me at all. Time for the rest off world to do the same.
Yes the name should be changed. People who say nobody alive today suffered from slavery just show ignorance. There are thousands of families that have suffered because of slavery. Those making stupid comments like “should I change my name?” Don’t even make sense. It is embarrassing how people are arguing that something that is obviously named after a horrible time, should stand. Living in NC has taught me just how much racism is still alive. Nobody should be offended by wNting to change the name, and represent a more diverse & accepting environment. Ignorance should not rule.
Shame, shame, shame on the ones that made a complaint on the name. God help this country! The next thing will be to remove the name "southern" because it will offend someone. I'm offended this is happening. When will this stupidity stop. Stand up people. I'm tired of our southern heritage being destroyed piece by piece. Dixie represents south. Tell the ones who complained go find a spot on this Earth to live so they won't be offended. Problem is they won't find that spot!
If the fair changes its name does that mean I am supposed to change my legal name as well? I was named after an actress not anything to do with slavery!
What in the world does the word “Dixie” have to do with slavery? It’s a good thing the Winn-Dixie grocery store chain is out of business, they would find themselves in a legal suit in today’s time. It’s time people take a stand on this silly mess, otherwise there is no end in sight!
As a 20+ year naturalized citizen, originally from Canada, I believe the name Dixie Classic Fair should remain. Never has the name made me think of the confederacy but rather of everything good about the southern lifestyle. It seems to me the supporters of a name change for what I believe are highly questionable reasons are searching to find anything related to souther life and then naming it confederacy related. This would be such a shame to change a representative name of souther lifestyle for what I believe to be artificial generated reasons. If they don’t like the name, then they shouldn’t go.
The name has not a thing to do with Slavery. Dixie was used as a money note before the civil war. I wish people would study and teach history on this and many other subjects about our great country. It should be voted on by the people and not decided by a select few who don't represent the majority. Let the people decide not the race baiters making this an issue. Dixie is a name for the South ..that's it ... nothing more to it.
There’s not one person that the name Dixie should offend in any way! Not a single person alive today was a victim of slavery! It’s history people be thankful the way this country we live in now is the way it is! Grow up people wanting this changed is childish the name Dixie hasn’t stopped anyone white/ African American/ Hispanic from going to the fair ever and is isn’t going to now!
If the fair changes its name does that mean I am supposed to change my legal name as well? I was named after an actress not anything to do with slavery!
The name is historical and there is no need to change it..
If asked, I feel only a handful of people would even associate any negative connotation to the name.
I think these decisions are made by very few people. Removing staute and name change for fair grounds. Government doesn't work if only ran by a few.
This name is historic and stands for community, fun, learning, hard work and unity. Our family has been a part of this fair for 15 years. The name has NEVER reminded us of slavery...and we are from CA. Please keep the name. Tradition and the prohibitive cost of changing it both show the wisdom of keeping it!
Thank you