Target Just Dumped Its Pride Merchandise — Here’s Where It All May Go
May 31, 2023
Target Corporation has decided to remove merchandise from its upcoming LGBQT Pride collection because of objections from right wing critics.
Fortunately, retailers have lots of experience getting rid of unsold apparel, whether by selling to off-price retailers like T.J. Maxx or Marshalls, both owned by TJX Companies Inc. or just relegating clothing to landfills, which is not really good for the environment.
In Target’s case, the retailer will most likely — and very quietly — donate the merchandise to charities or foundations, possibly aligned with LGBTQ+ causes. Read more at The Street.
