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Converse removes ad following criticism over perceived racist imagery

Converse has withdrawn a social media advertisement that faced criticism for allegedly evoking KKK imagery and lynching. The ad featured K-pop singer Karina and was criticized for the visual elements in the photo.

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Converse has withdrawn a social media advertisement that faced criticism for allegedly evoking KKK imagery and lynching. The ad featured K-pop singer Karina and was criticized for the visual elements in the photo.

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Converse apologizes and pulls ad that critics said evoked racist imagery

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Converse removes ad following criticism over perceived racist imagery