First Bud Light, now Target! Patriots across the nation are actively mobilizing against the department stores’ pride display, and it’s working!
Target is far worse than Bud Light ever was. Time to boycott!!! Not hard for me. I never shop there.
BOYCOTT TARGET 🎯
— Juanita Broaddrick (@atensnut) May 17, 2023
– Target executives hold emergency meetings over concerns of LGBTQ merchandise backlash.
– Target reaffirms commitment to the LGBTQIA+ community despite adjustments to pride sections.
– Consumers call for a boycott as Target promotes satanism and transgenderism to children.
It’s being reported that executives at Target, the national department store chain, have organized an “emergency” meeting to address concerns over LGBTQ merchandise in a number of their stores. It’s further being reported that these emergency meetings are panic signs that executives fear a coming backlash akin to what was recently experienced by Bud Light. The retail giant has already instructed a number of their southern locations to hide their Pride displays and apparel away from storefronts due to the massive amount of customer backlash.
Target is known for its extensive “pride month” displays in June. This is something they’ve been doing for a while now. Executives started to freak out when they saw what happened to Bud Light, and the moment they started getting a simmering backlash among their customers for this June’s Pride display they started panicking. They’re taking what some are calling precautionary measures to minimize potential confrontations.
According to a Target insider, the corporation swiftly responded to customer outrage by instructing managers and district senior directors to immediately downsize the pride sections. In a matter of 36 hours, these stores were required to relocate the pride merchandise to a smaller section at the back of the store, removing large signage and mannequins. This is how freaked out the top executives were given what they saw happen to Bud Light.
It’s now being widely reported that this year’s pride month collection includes items from a British designer called Abprallen, whose works feature Satanic slogans and drawings of skulls and skeletons. Target has partnered with a UK-based brand called Abprallen to design its “PRIDE” collection. The chief designer of Abprallen, known as “Erik,” expresses Satanist views and incorporates satanic imagery in their apparel, including pentagrams and horned skulls. It is extremely unclear what good Target thought was going to happen here.
The collection features messages such as “live laugh lesbian” and “we belong everywhere.” Target faced customer backlash and some LGBTQ merchandise is being removed. The partnership sparked criticism on social media, with some users calling for a boycott and accusing Target of promoting transgenderism to children. However, Target’s CEO defended the LGBTQ-friendly clothing and stated that it was the right thing for society. Some Target stores reportedly moved “PRIDE” merchandise due to customer outrage.
Some consumers are expressing outrage and calling for a boycott due to the designer’s apparent penchant for the satanic. The controversy has sparked discussions and reactions on social media platforms like TikTok. The initial part of the emergency call focused on ensuring team member safety, as the pride merchandise had generated significant backlash. Target’s Asset Protect & Corporate Security teams were present during the call to address any security concerns.
While some employees expressed relief at the decision to relocate the Pride sections, others were caught off guard. Many rank-and-file employees were not informed beforehand, only discovering the changes when they noticed the shift in-store displays. It should be noted that pride merchandise remains prominently displayed at other Target locations and on the company’s website, highlighting Target’s ongoing commitment to supporting the LGBTQIA+ community.
A Target spokesperson explained that these adjustments were made due to “volatile circumstances.” The spokesperson emphasized that Target has been offering pride-themed products for over a decade, and this year’s decision was driven by the need to address confrontational behavior. Target reaffirmed its dedication to the LGBTQIA+ community, pledging to celebrate pride month and provide ongoing support throughout the year.
The decision to relocate the pride sections in select stores came in the wake of the Bud Light controversy. Bud Light faced significant backlash after featuring transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney in a promotional campaign, with some consumers mistakenly believing that cans with Mulvaney’s face were being sold publicly. The negative response highlighted the risks associated with wading into cultural debates.
As Target takes measures to prevent potential controversies, the company faces a delicate balance in meeting the expectations of various customer segments. Balancing inclusivity and customer satisfaction requires ongoing navigation of societal sensitivities and a commitment to supporting diverse communities. Target’s response reflects the complexities of retailing in a polarized landscape and the need to address customer concerns while maintaining an inclusive shopping experience.
Benny Johnson announced the official boycott of Target with this ominous warning: ‘Hey @Target you’re on notice. The team that brought you the most successful and costly boycott in American history with Bud Light — we’re coming for you now. Sell your Target stock. Do it now. Trust me.’ This sounds like good advice there, given what’s happened to Bud Light. It is no coincidence that Target has removed the more controversial items associated with this Satanist designer.
Target is citing threats and confrontations between employees and customers as the reason for the removal; in other words, they’re concerned that this is contributing to a hostile environment, and for everyone’s safety, they’re removing the offending displays. Matt Walsh described this situation saying, ‘The goal is to make “pride” toxic for brands. If they decide to shove this garbage in our face, they should know that they’ll pay a price. It won’t be worth whatever they think they’ll gain. First Bud Light and now Target. Our campaign is making progress. Let’s keep it going.’
Liberals are already freaking out over it. Newsome excoriated Target for bowing to the pressure of ‘far-right insurrectionist extremists!’ He’s not alone in expressing his disbelief. Woke leftists took over the various levers of cultural power, and they’ve inflicted on the rest of us the ‘norms’ of their insane woke world. They’re not used to the notion that wokeness can now get you canceled. That’s a whole different paradigm for the political and cultural left.
Cancel culture now seems to be coming for them. The backlash against all things woke is real. It is economically devastating even the biggest multi-billion dollar corporations. If Bud Light isn’t immune to it, no one is. So Target now has a big ‘target’ on its back. The same backlash that devastated Bud Light is coming for it, and if Target goes down, that may be one of the final nails in the coffin of Woke Inc!
The collection features messages such as “live laugh lesbian” and “we belong everywhere.” Target faced customer backlash, and some LGBTQ merchandise is being removed. The partnership sparked criticism on social media, with some users calling for a boycott and accusing Target of promoting transgenderism to children. However, Target’s CEO defended the LGBTQ-friendly clothing and stated that it was the right thing for society. Some Target stores reportedly moved “PRIDE” merchandise due to customer outrage.
Some consumers are expressing outrage and calling for a boycott due to the designer’s apparent penchant for the satanic. The controversy has sparked discussions and reactions on social media platforms like TikTok.
The move was unprecedented for Target, known for its inclusive approach and extensive offerings during pride month. The initial part of the emergency call focused on ensuring team member safety, as the Pride merchandise had generated significant backlash. Target’s Asset Protect & Corporate Security teams were present during the call to address any security concerns.
While some employees expressed relief at the decision to relocate the pride sections, others were caught off guard. Many rank-and-file employees were not informed beforehand, only discovering the changes when they noticed the shift in-store displays. It should be noted that pride merchandise remains prominently displayed at other Target locations and on the company’s website, highlighting Target’s ongoing commitment to supporting the LGBTQIA+ community.
A Target spokesperson explained that these adjustments were made due to “volatile circumstances.” The spokesperson emphasized that Target has been offering pride-themed products for over a decade, and this year’s decision was driven by the need to address confrontational behavior. Target reaffirmed its dedication to the LGBTQIA+ community, pledging to celebrate pride month and provide ongoing support throughout the year.
The decision to relocate the pride sections in select stores came in the wake of the Bud Light controversy. Bud Light faced significant backlash after featuring transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney in a promotional campaign, with some consumers mistakenly believing that cans with Mulvaney’s face were being sold publicly. The negative response highlighted the risks associated with wading into cultural debates.
As Target takes measures to prevent potential controversies, the company faces a delicate balance in meeting the expectations of various customer segments. Balancing inclusivity and customer satisfaction requires ongoing navigation of societal sensitivities and a commitment to supporting diverse communities. Target’s response reflects the complexities of retailing in a polarized landscape and the need to address customer concerns while maintaining an inclusive shopping experience.
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