Tag: LGBT rights
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Target: Why Organizations Should Boycott Target but Individuals Shouldn’t Bother
I’m a supporter of LGBTQx rights and of organizational diversity. As an individual, I’m not likely to do much to boycott Target in response to Target’s $150,00 contribution to an anti-gay, pro-bigotry gubernatorial candidate. But, if I were Target’s business customer, business supplier, stakeholder, or other important large stakeholder, I would make a bit deal…
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The Case Against A Marriott Boycott (part 2): Marriott is not Anti-Gay
Another reason not to boycott Marriott? Marriott is not an anti-gay organization. Marriage equality activists who advocate boycotting Marriott hotels are encouraging consumers to punish the Marriott Corporation for its connection to the Mormon Church. Boycott activists argue that the Marriott Corporation’s profits ultimately subsidize the anti-gay activities of the Church of the Latter-Day Saints.…