Belvedere vodka slammed for posting ‘rape ad’ to Facebook
The company has apologized several times, but the ad—which was quickly pulled—enraged people on Twitter.
This ad appeared on its website on Friday afternoon:
When people started tweeting their shock, the company pulled the ad and tweeted:
“We apologize to any of our fans who were offended by our recent tweet. We continue to be an advocate of safe and responsible drinking.”
Ah, yes, the ol’ half apology: Sorry if you’re offended. The Twitterati are having none of it, with many blasting the company and claiming they won’t drink it.
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