Some are inspiring — some are cringe.It’s nearly Juneteenth and we’re already prepping to see an onslaught of good and debatable material from brands who are expressing their support and allyship for Black culture -– while others simply get on the bandwagon for profit.
Psst, people know the difference.
Below is a roundup of mistakes brands can learn from and admirable wins that score big. Let’s get into the holiday’s origin first.
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