Nike faces backlash for 'Never again' slogan at London Marathon
- Nike faced backlash for a billboard displaying the slogan 'Never Again' at the London Marathon, which many linked to Holocaust remembrance and deemed inappropriate.
- Bill Ackman criticized Nike on X, highlighting the inappropriate use of Holocaust imagery and stating it was 'stunning' to make light of the Holocaust.
- Rabbi David Schlusselberg also condemned the slogan's use, calling it 'grotesque' for entertainment purposes.
- Nike apologized for the billboard, clarifying that the campaign aimed to motivate runners and did not intend to cause harm.
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Nike 'Sincerely' Apologizes Over Marathon Billboard That Sparked Holocaust Backlash
This is one Nike ad that just didn’t do it. Someone in the sports apparel giant’s marketing department decided for some reason that turning a Holocaust phrase into a joke, […] The post Nike 'Sincerely' Apologizes Over Marathon Billboard That Sparked Holocaust Backlash appeared first on The Western Journal.
Nike Under Fire For Placing Holocaust-Tinged Signs At The London Marathon
London-Marathon-shoppers-walk-past-a-themed-billboard-outside-Nike-Town The London Marathon took place on Sunday and Tigst Assefa of Ethiopia set a record time for the women’s-only marathon, while Kenyan runner Sabastian Sawe took first place in the men’s division. Two days later, however, the only thing media outlets are talking about is the billboards and signs Nike had up during the race that were seen by many as making light of the Holocaust…
Nike Issues Apology For London Marathon Controversy
Meet Molly Qerim’s Replacement On First Take (1:15) Nike has issued an official apology for its London Marathon controversy this month.The London Marathon took place Sunday, April 27. However, while the marathon was a success, Nike is taking heat for an offensive billboard that ran during the race. The billboard was criticized by the Jewish community for trivializing the Holocaust.The ad, which was featured on a billboard that was hanging on a c…
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