On Thursday, Rev Al Sharpton met with Target CEO Brian Cornell to address the backlash from Target's retreat on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices. Activists had begun a boycott after the company's controversial decision, with Sharpton previously linking potential support to the meeting's outcomes. Despite some skepticism within the Twin Cities organizing community regarding the purpose of the meeting, Sharpton praised their dialogue as constructive. He expressed intent to communicate his feelings to fellow activists and hinted at the possibility of a more organized response if necessary.
It's unclear to us as Twin Cities organizers why Target CEO Brian Cornell would call for a meeting with the Reverend Al Sharpton given the fact that Sharpton has absolutely zone in on the DEI efforts that have been discontinued.
Sharpton called the meeting with Cornell very constructive and candid, indicating openness to calling for a boycott depending on the discussions held.
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