



And I wouldn't want that one. Here's why: I wouldn't expect to win it, and if I did win it, I'd expect to lose money on it. I might take it just for the publicity if I were personally wealthy already and could afford to do so.



It's hard to prove that a tree farm is a common carrier. Common carriers (hotels, restaurants, etc.) can't deny services on the basis of race. Employers can not discriminate on the basis of race. The government can not discriminate on the basis of race. But because this tree farm is neither a common carrier, nor an employer of the injured parties, nor the government, this would be a tough case to win, I think. Generally speaking, individuals are free to discriminate, at will, without recourse.



This is a case for attorneys who are willing to do a whole lot of work for free (ACLU, SCLC, etc.).



Of course, the behavior is reprehensible, and should be fought. I just couldn't afford to do it.