Converse Withdraws Shoe Ad After Racism Accusation
Converse issued an apology and withdrew an ad featuring K-pop singer Karina that critics claimed resembled KKK imagery, including a hooded figure and lynching-related symbolism. The ad was removed after social media backlash and statements from critics, including a politician, who called it racist and offensive. Nike, Converse’s parent company, faces increased scrutiny as its stock drops to a 12-year low following a decline in market value and recent controversies over marketing campaigns.
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