So while most rainbow capitalism is sticking rainbows on things and pretending to be an ally, Budweiser’s UK branch is giving credit to trans activists, and explaining pride flag colors.
Budweiser is an inclusionist 💞💞💞
What a weird and true thing to say! And I almost sounds like a joke but honestly I feel this tweet captures 90% of my feelings
And to actually credit Monica Helms and get the white stripe right? Like, if we are going to have companies at pride this is what I’d like to see. Professional looking marketing, credit to activists, research about the groups its marketing, and spreading further awareness.
So uh to anyone saying that they’re being predatory look at them serving alcoholic drinks. They’re also serving non alcoholic drinks AND donating to charities and hosting an asexual event. Look at the article i posted below. Is it perfect? No. Are they pandering? Yes absolutely. But this is still a good first step and if we’re gonna be pandered too and profited of off at least they’re doing their research and actually having events centered around us. Yes it’s still not great but it’s still better than what most companies are doing. Maybe stop being angry at everything for once and just try to see the positive.
AND EVERYONE THOUGHT THEY WERE JUST BEING CAPITALISTS
Get comfortable expressing your boundaries. Say “No”, say “this makes me uncomfortable,” say “I’m not interested,” say “I need.” You have to advocate for yourself. You should not sit and be silently mad at people because they have crossed boundaries you never expressed.
Your boundaries and your needs and your desires are a reflection of who you are and your character. If you feel like no one really knows you, consider it may be because you haven’t told people who you are. Find effective ways to communicate who you are to people who matter.
