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Cracker Barrel removed LGBTQ+ support from its website and reverted to its old logo following backlash from MAGA supporters and endorsement from Donald Trump, highlighting the increasing politicization of corporate branding and diversity initiatives.
Unilever has appointed Jochanan Senf as the new CEO of Ben & Jerry's amid ongoing disputes over the brand's political activism and management changes, including the firing of former CEO David Stever, which has led to legal and corporate tensions as Unilever plans to spin off its ice cream division as the Magnum Ice Cream Company.
Republican attacks on "woke" corporations are causing divisions within the GOP, with some Republicans concerned that the party is straying from its roots by targeting the internal politics of big businesses. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is at the center of the controversy, with his feud with Disney and Disney World drawing criticism from prominent Republicans, including former President Trump. The recent push by conservatives to boycott Bud Light over its marketing partnership with a transgender influencer has also sparked internal debates. The GOP's attacks on corporations are having real consequences for companies, with Anheuser-Busch seeing its stock fall 5% amid calls for a boycott of Bud Light.
In the latest episode of "Succession," the Roys and their entourage gather in Norway for a retreat with Lukas Matsson's GoJo team. Kendall and Roman are tasked with negotiating the acquisition of Waystar Royco, but things get messy when Tom tries to impress Matsson by using Greg as a "pawn sacrifice." The negotiations become heated, and Roman unloads his anger on Matsson, causing the deal to fall apart. However, Matsson later offers a new deal, including ATN, for $192 a share. It's unclear whether Kendall and Roman's obstinance was part of a plan or if Shiv had a hand in it.