Barack Obama is a Monkey in Japanese Ad
Ayman — June 27, 2008 — Social Good
References: animalnewyork
How does Japanese company E Mobile sell cell phones? By capitalizing on Barack Obama's political success through depicting him as a real monkey. A monkey in a presidential suit, but a monkey nonetheless. What were the creative heads of this horrid racist commercial smoking?
At least the recent controversial TheSockObama sock monkey had some ground for arguing it was a misguided cuddly toy. But depicting Obama as a MONKEY giving a speech to HUMANS is unjustifiable.
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At least the recent controversial TheSockObama sock monkey had some ground for arguing it was a misguided cuddly toy. But depicting Obama as a MONKEY giving a speech to HUMANS is unjustifiable.
See more weird and controversial Obama items:
Trend Themes
1. Controversial Advertisements - Opportunities for disruptive innovation exist in creating thought-provoking and socially conscious advertisements that promote inclusivity and respect.
2. Cultural Sensitivity in Marketing - There is potential for disruptive innovation in developing marketing strategies that respect and embrace diverse cultures, avoiding offensive stereotypes.
3. Social Media Backlash - The incident highlights the need for businesses to be aware of the power of social media and the potential negative consequences of offensive content.
Industry Implications
1. Advertising - The advertising industry can explore new approaches to create inclusive and culturally sensitive campaigns that resonate with diverse audiences and promote positive brand image.
2. Marketing - The marketing industry can implement strategies to ensure cultural sensitivity and avoid controversial advertisements, improving brand reputation and customer trust.
3. Social Media - The incident illustrates the importance for the social media industry to develop effective monitoring systems and policies to prevent the spread of offensive content and mitigate potential backlash.
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