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  • Here are all the companies bigots have tried to “cancel” in the US

    Here are all the companies bigots have tried to “cancel” in the US

    Ah, the glorious Pride Month has arrived, bringing with it a wave of rainbow-coloured support from businesses big and small. Social media is ablaze with vibrant posts and products, as companies attempt to show their solidarity with the gay community. But wait, there’s a new twist to this rainbow extravaganza – will these brands cower in fear when faced with right-wing boycotts?

    Oh yes, the conservatives have come out swinging, threatening to boycott any brand that dares to display even the faintest hint of support for LGBTQ+ folks. They’re going all out, urging others to join their little anti-rainbow crusade and even wreaking havoc by trashing products in stores. It’s like they’re on a mission to be the Grinches of Pride Month!

    Now, let’s be honest, negative reactions towards LGBTQ-inclusive businesses and their marketing campaigns are nothing new. But lately, things have taken a turn for the worse. Hostility towards the LGBTQ+ community has been brewing like a bad cup of tea, especially in the good ol’ US of A.

    As a result, the LGBTQ+ community is on high alert, observing these brands like hawks. We’re watching to see if they’ll stand tall with us, waving their rainbow flags high, or if they’ll succumb to the pressure and melt away like a sad, forgotten popsicle. The ball’s in your court, brands. Don’t let us down!

    Target

    Oh, the drama continues! This time, the spotlight is on Target, the beloved US supermarket chain that found itself in hot water with the LGBTQ+ community.

    But did they cave in?

    It has to be said they made a questionable move by removing some products from their Pride range and shuffling around store displays, all because of those pesky threats from right-wingers. It’s like they were playing a game of retail hide-and-seek but with rainbow-coloured merchandise.

    Bud light

    But wait, that’s not all! The conservative backlash has reached new heights of fury and absurdity. Back in April, Bud Light thought it would be a great idea to collaborate with Dylan Mulvaney in a sponsored Instagram post. Little did they know, it was the perfect recipe for a storm of anti-trans madness. Like a swarm of angry bees, social media users, politicians, and commentators went on the attack, targeting both the beer brand and poor Mulvaney.

    As the weeks went by, the outrage grew to epic proportions. People were more than just a little upset about this “woke” collaboration. The online echo chambers became more insular than ever, with calls for boycotts echoing through the digital halls. And if that wasn’t enough, there were reports of Bud Light displays being smashed in stores, musician Kid Rock taking target practice on cans with an assault weapon (because apparently, that’s a rational response), and bars refusing to sell the brew due to supposed religious beliefs. It’s like the world turned upside down and started spinning on its head!

    The fallout from all this madness hit the market hard, with billions being wiped from the market share of Anheuser-Busch, Bud Light’s parent company. It seems like their decision to dip their toe into the rainbow pool came with some seriously colourful consequences. Who knew that a simple beer collaboration could ignite such a chaotic firestorm?

    Hang on tight, folks. It’s going to be a wild and bumpy ride as these controversies continue to unfold. Cheers to the crazy world we live in!

    So here are some more brands that are being “cancelled” by the right-wing

    Build a Bear

    Maybelline

    Hersey

    Innocent Drinks

    Chick-Fil-A

    Lego

    Kohl’s

    Starbucks

    Nike

    Adidas

    And that’s just this year alone. Yep, those bigots sure are mad that corporates are putting their money where their mouths are and showing solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community.

  • When was the very first pride month?

    When was the very first pride month?

    The first Pride Month was in June 1970, commemorating the one-year anniversary of the Stonewall riots, which were a series of protests by members of the LGBTQ+ community in response to a police raid on the Stonewall Inn in New York City. The first one was widely regarded as a turning point in the LGBTQ+ rights movement in the United States and around the world. The main goal of Pride Month is to promote awareness, increase visibility, and foster inclusivity and acceptance of the LGBTQ+ community.

    Pride month came out of the Stonewall Riots

    The stonewall inn, where Pride Month has its roots

    The Stonewall Riots were a series of spontaneous demonstrations and protests that took place in the early morning of June 28, 1969, at the Stonewall Inn, a popular gay bar located in Greenwich Village in New York City. At the time, police raids on gay bars were common, but on this occasion, the patrons of the Stonewall Inn decided to fight back, leading to several nights of protests and clashes with the police. The Stonewall Riots are widely regarded as a turning point in the LGBTQ+ rights movement in the United States and around the world.

    Pride Month is celebrated in many countries around the world, including the United States, Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, Spain, Brazil, and many others. The specific events and activities that take place during Pride Month may vary by location, but they often involve parades, marches, rallies, and other public celebrations of the LGBTQ+ community and its achievements. Pride Month is typically held in June, although some countries may hold their celebrations at other times of the year.

    Pride Month is an annual observance that celebrates and recognizes the LGBTQ+ community’s history, culture, and contributions. It is recognized in many countries around the world and typically takes place in June. The month-long celebration includes a variety of events, including parades, marches, rallies, and other public celebrations of the LGBTQ+ community and its achievements.

    Is Pride Month political?

    Pride Month has its roots in political and social activism, as it commemorates the Riots, which were triggered by police brutality and discrimination against the LGBTQ+ community.

    However, today, Pride Month is celebrated as a cultural celebration and a way to promote awareness, increase visibility, and foster inclusivity and acceptance of the LGBTQ+ community. It is an opportunity for LGBTQ+ individuals and allies to come together, celebrate diversity, and advocate for equal rights and social justice. So, while Pride Month has political roots, it has become an important cultural event and celebration.

    Do all gay people celebrate Pride Month?

    Not all gay people celebrate Pride Month. While Pride is a celebration of the LGBTQ+ community and its history, culture, and contributions, everyone has their own reasons for participating or not participating in it. Some people may choose not to participate because of personal beliefs, experiences, or preferences, while others may not have access to events or activities due to logistical, financial, or geographic barriers.

    There are loads of great books on the birth of pride and what it means to be LGBTQ+ in the 21st century. Check them out and find out about how June became pride month, after all, reading is fundamental.

    Did President Bill Clinton create Pride Month?

    No, President Bill Clinton did not create Pride Month, however, he was the first to officially declare June as LGBTQ+ Pride Month. Three other Presidents, LGBTQ+ Pride Month. It is notable that they are all Democrats. No Republican President has celebrated LGBTQ+ people.