Demanding Diversity

In the midst of all the activism taking place since the United States' most recent President has unleashed a wave of bigotry and hatred across the country, there are several companies that are outspoken in their support of marginalized groups - such as the LGBTQIA community. Companies both big and small have thrown their support towards ending discrimination and persecution of LGBTQIA individuals.  These companies are vital to ensuring the future of activism in corporate America stays alive.  A short list: Oreo Betty Crocker  Cheerio's  Levi's Disney World American Apparel Wheaties Starbucks Tide Microsoft  Pampers Home Depot Safeway Pepsi Old Navy Crest Toothpaste Macy's JC Penny Target Walgreen's  Pillsbury  Ford Gap Green Giant  Lush Cosmetics  Apple Facebook NIKE Ben & Jerry's  eBay  Google  AT&T Instagram  Johnson & Johnson  Marc Jacobs Citi Orbitz Goldma...

As Lin-Maniel Miranda said in his acceptance speech for Best Score for Hamilton, " We live through times when hate and fear seem stronger.  We rise and fall, and light from dying embers. Remembrances that hope and love last longer.  And love is love is love is love is love is love is love is love;  Cannot be killed or swept aside."  Lush Cosmetics followed with their display of same-sex couples in their 2017 Valentines Days campaign. The brand posted on their social media with the hashtag #loveislove, featuring same-sex couples enjoying its new range of Valentines Day products.  t is no secret that Lush Cosmetics has a firm stance in support of LGBTQIA rights.  Social media boomed with support of their new campaign.