Can you guess what in god's name they're hawking in this
advertisement?
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If you think the sexism in "
Mad Men" is offensive, consider this:
The E.U. is seeking to ban
gender stereotypes in ads. Maybe it was
what some considered a depiction of gang rape in the Dolce &
Gabbana ad above that broke the proverbial camel's back, but
according to the
New
York Times, the legislature will be actively assessing and
slapping companies on the wrist for even minor transgressions.
The question is, is it the government's place to regulate such things?
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Tab, the soft drink that helped define and launch a billion-dollar industry, hit shelves in 1963. It was aimed at women who – duh – wanted to enjoy sugary drinks but without all the unsightly weight gain that accompanied them. As such, Tab's ads targeted aspiring "beautiful... Read More »
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