Converse pulls 'deeply upsetting' advert after backlash
Converse removes ad after massive online backlash over racist imagery
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Converse, a major sneaker brand, has removed an advert that drew comparisons to K.K.K. imagery. The ad, which has sparked a massive online controversy, was criticized for its racist undertones.
The New York Times and FOX 8 News were among the first to report on the controversy. The controversy has not yet been resolved.
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What was the content of the removed advert?
Coverage does not yet specify the exact content of the removed advert.
What was the response of Converse to the controversy?
Converse apologized for the 'deeply upsetting' ad.
Is the controversy resolved?
No, the controversy has not yet been resolved.
Who reported it (4)
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Converse Removes Ad That Drew Comparisons to K.K.K. ImageryThe New York Times · 7h ago
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A Dying Brand: Why Converse Is Playing in Black People’s FacesEmerald Book · 7h ago
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