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business2 years ago

Investor Files Lawsuit Against Target for LGBTQ Merchandise Controversy

Target is being sued by an investor, Brian Craig, who claims that the retailer misrepresented the adequacy of its risk monitoring when faced with customer backlash over LGBTQ-themed merchandise. The lawsuit, filed by conservative legal organization America First Legal, alleges that Target's board focused on the wishes of progressive activist investors and failed to consider potential backlash from customers. Craig seeks damages for the decline in Target's share price caused by the consumer reaction and claims that the company violated U.S. securities laws. This lawsuit is part of a broader legal battle between conservative groups and corporations over social issue policies.

via Reuters|
#business#investor#lawsuit
business2 years ago

Investor Files Lawsuit Against Target Over LGBTQ Merchandise Backlash

Conservative legal organization America First Legal has filed a lawsuit against Target on behalf of investor Brian Craig, alleging that the retailer misrepresented its risk monitoring when faced with customer backlash over LGBTQ-themed merchandise. The lawsuit claims that Target's board focused on the wishes of progressive activist investors and failed to consider potential customer backlash. Craig seeks damages for the decline in Target's share price and alleges that the company violated U.S. securities laws.

via NBC News|
#business#investor#lawsuit
business2 years ago

Modelo Especial Continues to Outsell Bud Light, Securing Top Spot for Second Month

Modelo Especial, produced by Constellation Brands, has become the top-selling beer brand in the United States for the second consecutive month, surpassing Anheuser-Busch InBev's Bud Light. Bud Light's sales have declined following a backlash from conservatives over a social media promotion involving a transgender influencer. The sales of Bud Light and Budweiser dropped significantly, while Modelo Especial saw an increase in sales. The controversy has also affected other AB InBev beer brands, and retailers like Target have faced criticism for their handling of LGBTQ+ merchandise.

via Yahoo Finance|
#backlash#beer-sales#bud-light
lgbtq-rights2 years ago

Republican Attorneys General Warn Target of Potential Violation of Child-Protection Laws with Pride Campaigns

Republican attorneys general from seven states have written a letter to Target, warning that the company's Pride month campaigns could violate their state's child protection laws. The AGs claim that the merchandise, including LGBT-themed onesies and other items, sexualizes children and may breach obscenity laws. The letter also suggests that Target's decisions may be in violation of the company's fiduciary duty. The Human Rights Campaign criticized the letter as an attempt to bully those who support inclusion and diversity, stating that LGBTQ+ people are part of the fabric of society and that brands supporting the community are desired by consumers. Target previously removed some Pride merchandise due to threats against employees.

via KCCI Des Moines|
#child-protection-laws#lgbtq-merchandise#lgbtq-rights
lgbtq-rights2 years ago

Republican Attorneys General Warn Target Over Pride Merchandise

Seven Republican attorneys general have sent a letter to Target expressing concerns that the company's Pride merchandise may violate child protection laws in their states. They criticized items featuring drag queens and anti-Christian designs, as well as Target's support for LGBTQ+ organization GLSEN. The attorneys general also suggested that the campaign threatens Target's financial interests and urged the company to prioritize selling Pride merchandise that promotes love for the United States. Target has faced backlash and threats of violence over its Pride campaign, leading to adjustments in their plans and the removal of certain items.

via CBS News|
#child-protection-laws#lgbtq-merchandise#lgbtq-rights
lgbtq-rights2 years ago

Controversy Surrounds Pride Month Merchandise at Major Retailers

A rapper's song titled "Boycott Target" reached number one on iTunes' Top Ten Chart in response to the store's Pride Month merchandise featuring the rainbow flag. Meanwhile, less than a dozen anti-LGBTQ+ protesters demonstrated outside a Target store in Miami's Midtown neighborhood. Wynwood Pride, a non-profit organization, kicked off its events to raise funds for Equality Florida. The LGBTQ+ rights movement still faces challenges, including new laws targeting gender-affirming medical care for minors, transgender athletes, and drag shows.

via WPLG Local 10|
#anti-lgbtq-protest#lgbtq-merchandise#lgbtq-rights
lgbtq-rights2 years ago

Target's LGBTQ stance under fire from both sides.

Conservative Political Action Coalition (CPAC) has criticized Target for selling Pride-themed merchandise, including designs by trans designer Erik Carnell's brand Abprallen, which featured images of skulls and pentagrams in pastel coloring. Target has reportedly removed Abprallen apparel and will be removing other Pride merchandise from its stores, after backlash from a minority of its customers and threats made to Target staff. This comes as conservative politicians across the US pass a slew of anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, with many laws targeting the rights of transgender people. Over 540 anti-LGBTQ+ laws have been introduced in US states in 2023, according to data from the Human Rights Campaign.

via The Guardian|
#anti-lgbtq-legislation#cpac#lgbtq-merchandise
lgbtq-rights2 years ago

Target faces backlash for pulling Pride merchandise after threats.

Target has faced criticism after it removed some LGBTQ+ merchandise from its stores, with some displays being moved to less visible locations. The company cited "threats impacting our team members’ sense of safety and wellbeing while at work" as the reason for the move. Conservative activists have claimed victory, with some calling for boycotts of brands that support Pride Month. LGBTQ+ rights organization GLAAD has called on corporate leaders to stand up for their LGBTQ+ employees and consumers and not cave to fringe activists calling for censorship.

via NBC News|
#conservative-activism#lgbtq-merchandise#lgbtq-rights
lgbtq2 years ago

Target faces backlash over removal of LGBTQ merchandise from stores ahead of Pride month.

Target is removing certain LGBTQ merchandise from its stores and making other changes nationwide ahead of Pride month due to threats impacting its team members' sense of safety and well-being while at work. The company declined to specify which items it was removing but among the ones that garnered the most attention were "tuck friendly" women's swimsuits that allow trans women to conceal their private parts. The moves come as beer brand Bud Light is still grappling with a backlash from customers angered by its attempt to broaden its customer base by partnering with transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney.

via KABC-TV|
#backlash#lgbtq#lgbtq-merchandise