A waitress in North Carolina, named Sarah Jennings, recently shared a disheartening experience where she was given a Bible verse instead of a tip from a customer. Regardless of one’s beliefs, this behavior is unacceptable. Waitstaff depend heavily on tips to make a living, and replacing a tip with a message of discrimination is simply wrong. Even if the service is less than perfect, tipping is crucial because servers often earn a meager wage. In fact, the average waitress in North Carolina earns around $17,000, which is just above the poverty line of $12,000 in 2014.
What makes this incident even more troubling is the specific verse the customer chose to leave—Leviticus 20:13—which reads, “If a man also shall lie with mankind, as he lieth with a woman, both of them have committed an abomination: they shall surely be put to death; their blood shall be upon them.” Is this really the kind of message to send to someone you don’t even know?
Sarah had been serving brunch at a local café in Charlotte when the encounter occurred. One of the two customers left a tip, while the other opted for the Bible verse. It’s unclear how the customer even knew Sarah identified as gay, as she hadn’t disclosed that information. Additionally, Sarah noted that the customers seemed unfriendly and uncommunicative during their meal, which only added to the awkwardness of the situation.
In the wake of North Carolina’s controversial House Bill 2, which restricts the rights of the LGBTQ+ community, Sarah expressed her disappointment and frustration. High-profile artists like Ringo Starr and Bruce Springsteen have canceled events in the state as a form of protest. It’s time for North Carolina to reevaluate its stance on these issues.
The reality is that everyone has shared spaces with LGBTQ+ individuals without even realizing it. Whether they are serving your food or sharing a bathroom, they are just people trying to do their jobs. So instead of letting fear dictate your actions, choose kindness and ensure that the hardworking servers receive the tips they deserve.
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In summary, Sarah’s experience highlights the ongoing discrimination faced by LGBTQ+ individuals in everyday situations. It’s a call to action for everyone to create a more inclusive and respectful environment.