Oreos are gay
Are these efforts by the NLPC justified? Your opinion matters. Critics argue that medical interventions, including hormone therapy and surgeries, should not be accessible to children without explicit parental consent. But recently, Oreo has taken a bold step into contentious social issues, aligning itself with PFLAG (Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays).
While PFLAG advocates for these books to foster understanding and inclusivity, many parents view them as age-inappropriate and overly graphic. Most of us picture carefree moments, childhood snacks, and a universally loved treat.
Oreo created limited edition : Timed for Pride month in June, the limited-edition cookie pack is covered in words of support from real LGBT allies, which are presented in an array of fonts and colors
As companies increasingly align themselves with activist organizations, they risk alienating significant portions of their customer base. A Dangerous Trend or Progress? The choice, as always, is yours. Should more watchdog groups be monitoring corporate partnerships, or are these accusations too extreme?
The controversy surrounding Oreo and PFLAG is part of a larger debate about corporate involvement in social and political matters. Take, for example, the inclusion of certain books in school libraries that discuss topics like gender identity and sexuality.
Should companies be held accountable for their involvement in shaping social policies? They argue that brands like Oreo have no business promoting ideologies or policies that affect family values and parenting decisions.
Parental Pushback: A Line Crossed? Should corporations even have a seat at the table in conversations that directly impact our children? A McDonald’s Taiwan ad went viral, showing a gay son coming out to his dad over coffee at the golden arches.
Is this about progress or profit? The organization has also worked with media outlets to spread the word, ensuring that this issue stays in the public eye. Can you tell us about DEI at your workplace? Should brands like Oreo weigh in on these divisive matters, or is this a betrayal of the trust families place in them?
Where Do You Stand? What do you think? Or is this just another example of a business trying to stay relevant in a changing world? The video, the latest collaboration between Oreo and PFLAG National U.S., a gay advocacy group, tells the story of a young Asian man nervously preparing to come out to his grandmother.
Parents across the country are speaking out, accusing Oreo of stepping into territory that has no place in their marketing. Let us know what you think. We pointed out the potential for consumer boycotts and brand damage, citing examples of other corporations that faced backlash for similar actions.
Inclusivity or intrusion? While some may applaud this move, many parents are outraged, questioning whether it’s appropriate for a beloved family brand to involve itself in controversial matters targeting children. But opponents counter that corporations should stay out of issues that impact children and families, leaving such matters to parents and educators.
Oreo isn’t the only brand to create Pride work around a coming-out story.