8 times 'woke' advertising campaigns misfired, from Pepsi to Listerine

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8 times 'woke' advertising campaigns misfired, from Pepsi to Listerine
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Trying to capitalise on social justice issues often backfires for big business

in California turned its golden arches upside down to become a ‘W’ in “honour” of this annual day dedicated to women's global progress and achievements. The fast food chain also turned its logo upside down across its digital channels.

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