A symbol of
hate used by the
Klu Klux Klan. I assume that the
cross represents
Christianity as the
KKK was supposed to represent all "
God-fearing white Christians". I guess the
burning of the
cross is their indication of their intent to punish all sinners (to the
KKK, non-white Christians).
The burning cross is as much a symbol of racism and hate in America as the white hoods worn by Klu Klux Klan members.