LGBTQ activists call for new strategies to promote equality after Target backlash

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Following Target’s announcement last week that it removed products and relocated Pride displays to the back of certain stores in the South, activists in the LGBTQ community are calling for new campaigns to convince corporate leaders not to cave to anti-LGBTQ groups.

“We need a strategy on how to deal with corporations that are experiencing enormous pressure to throw LGBTQ people under the bus,” said California state Sen. Scott Wiener, D-San Francisco, a member of the LGBTQ legislative caucus.

“We need to send a clear message to corporate America that if you’re our ally — if you are truly our ally — you need to be our ally, not just when it’s easy but also when it’s hard,” he said.

While the retailer said its actions were aimed at ensuring the safety and well-being of its employees after protesters knocked over Pride signs and confronted workers in stores, the controversy comes at a time when conflict over LGBTQ rights is simmering.

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[AllaN01Bear]

1. i remember a general strike from many lbgtq persons

a long time ago. this strike covered all parts of the economy and showed a big statement. i cant belive that we are still fighting for our rights and these so and sos are trying to take them away.

[LostOne4Ever]

2. This is probably not going to be a super popular suggestion

But I think honey attracts more flies than vinegar and that the best solution is to do the opposite of conservatives:

Where Conservatives are picking one or two stores to harass into abandoning supporting LGBTQ people and merchandise; I think we should pick one or two companies fighting back against the bigots and flood them with our support!

One company in particular stands out to me here: Walt Disney.

The mouse house has been a steadfast ally here in the states (though not abroad) and fighting DeSATAN tooth and nail. So I think if after supporting our usual LGBTQ companies and charities we try to use any money left to spare to buy and/or promote Disney. Go see Guardians of the Galaxy again. Resub to Disney+ and Hulu. Have a bunch of Strange World and Owl House viewing parties and make them the top streaming film/TV show. Create a bunch of Ursula the Sea Witch (whose design was based on the drag queen Divine) floats and displays!

Ultimately, I know a corporation like Disney is evil and not our friend…but for now we have a common enemy.

I think showing the world we stand with those who stand with LGBTQ rights will encourage more to support us. Because… as we have seen in the past conservatives outrage gets tiring and forgotten but LBGTQ people and Allie’s are there for life!