Target Shares Fall After Pulling Halloween Costume Evoking Blackface
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Target Corp. shares fell on Tuesday following a surge of criticism over a Halloween costume that sparked an apology from the big-box retailer.
The children’s costume evoked blackface imagery, critics said. “We know we got this wrong, and we are deeply sorry,” the retailer said in response.
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“Target Corp. shares fell on Tuesday following a surge of criticism over a Halloween costume that sparked an apology from the big-box retailer.”
Bloomberg — Target (TGT) Falls After Pulling Halloween Costume Evoking Blackface“The children’s costume evoked blackface imagery, critics said.”
ny times — Target Apologizes and Drops Halloween Costume Criticized as Racist“The retailer is facing backlash over a costume critics described as evok”
retail dive — Target apologizes for offensive Halloween costume
SupportCorroborates it
“The controversy over an offensive Halloween costume at Target risks reigniting public anger at the company's shifting stance on diversity.”
business insider — Target’s offensive Halloween costume is a stumble at a key moment
Earlier versions
- Aug 25, 4:37 PM — Target Apologizes for Selling Offensive $25 Halloween Costume (2/2)