Major League Baseball Sparks Controversy by Abruptly Removing Pride Logo
Major League Baseball (MLB) has sparked controversy by abruptly removing its Pride logo overnight, only 24 hours after unveiling it on its Facebook page. The rainbow-colored logo was released in support of LGBTQ+ rights and inclusivity during the celebrations of Pride Month, which the league annually commemorates and expresses solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community.
MLB has often taken steps to showcase its woke agenda, but the sudden removal of the Pride logo from its Facebook page was widely celebrated by conservatives and critics who claimed victory over the woke agenda. Newsweek reported that according to MLB’s statement, the timing of the profile picture change was not related to any backlash or boycott from critics, but rather part of the pre-planned schedule to honor both Pride Month and Lou Gehrig Day.
“The organization always planned to recognize the beginning of Pride Month on June 1. Friday marked Lou Gehrig Day, which is celebrated leaguewide, and MLB later updated its profile picture to reflect that ‘as was the intended plan all along,’” the outlet reported.
Despite the statement, this move has led to a wave of backlash and criticism, with many accusing the league of kowtowing to conservative pressure. MLB’s actions have also drawn attention to the ongoing debate about the role of sports in promoting social justice issues and supporting marginalized communities.
MLB and Los Angeles Dodgers recently faced criticism after Los Angeles Dodgers apologized to and re-invited anti-Catholic ‘Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence’ trans nuns to pride night. After backlash from the group, the Dodgers decided to re-invite them back on the field on June 16 for pride night.
Washington Nationals pitcher Trevor Williams denounced the Los Angeles Dodgers’ decision to honor an anti-Catholic hate group at their “Pride Night,” but he was later forced to apologize.###
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