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Whites and coloreds: Laundering racism with bad advertising

Matt Stroud | Fri, Feb 1st, 2008 | Category: Commentary | Tags: color, advertising, italian, laundry, feministing | 0

Probably doesn’t fit neatly into the category of “city issues,” but we can make an exception every now and then—particularly when something falls into the category of either “real dumb” or “offensive advertising.” This happens to fit both. Have a watch, and be patient—the 180 doesn’t happen until about 30 seconds in.

Now. I know what you’re thinking: ”Finally, an ad that’s offensive to both black and white people!” But not so fast. Before you jump to conclusions, the smarmy, Italian…
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