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Families Stand Up Against Racist Trolls Targeting Beautiful Old Navy Ad
Updated: Aug. 2, 2016 | Originally Published: May 2, 2016
Over the weekend, Old Navy unveiled a delightful ad touting fantastic discounts for families looking to refresh their wardrobes for the warm months ahead. Unfortunately, the ad attracted the ire of a few racist trolls who lost their minds over the portrayal of an interracial family. But instead of giving airtime to the ignorant few, let’s focus on how real families chose to celebrate the ad!
The ad features a cheerful man cradling his young son while embracing his girlfriend or wife—an image that radiates joy and love. Most people would see it as a heartwarming snapshot, but alas, we live in a world where some folks can’t handle the beauty of diversity. Instead of celebrating the lovely families in the ad or getting giddy about the 30% discount, a small army of detractors claimed the retailer was pushing an “anti-white agenda” and threatened to boycott. “My family and I will never step foot in an Old Navy store again,” one social media user lamented. “This miscegenation junk is being shoved down our throats.”
For the record, “miscegenation” refers to the mixing of races and was tossed around by the naysayers to express their misguided belief that love shouldn’t know color. Fortunately, love triumphs over hate, and hundreds of supporters rallied around Old Navy. People began sharing photos of their own beautiful families, proudly declaring that “love wins, no matter the color.” Others expressed their appreciation for Old Navy, praising everything from their stylish clothes to their commitment to representation and diversity.
It’s hard to fathom that in 2016, such backward and racist beliefs still persist, but they do. This serves as a reminder that we all need to be vigilant in promoting inclusivity and standing against racism when we encounter it. Families come in all shapes, sizes, colors, genders, and sexual orientations, and it’s high time we see them all reflected in advertising and media. It’s 2016, folks! Let’s leave hate in the dust.
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In summary, while a few trolls attempted to derail Old Navy’s beautiful message of love and diversity, the overwhelming response from families celebrating their differences proved that love will always conquer hate. Let’s continue to uplift one another and ensure that every family feels represented and celebrated.