Any Vodka drinkers here? Should we boycott Absolut?

[tombogan03884]

I have brought this up to a couple of my regular places and they have actually pulled it from the shelf!

Regardless of their politics, they probably thought it was easier than having you "remove" it with the .45

[Hazcat]

Regardless of their politics, they probably thought it was easier than having you "remove" it with the .45

Well....I normally carry my .380 (with extra mag).  BUt the Redhawk IS known.

[ericire12]

Update: Absolut's response to the outcry - "Embrace diversity"


    The In An Absolut World advertising campaign invites consumers to visualize a world that appeals to them — one they feel may be more idealized or one that may be a bit “fantastic.” As such, the campaign will elicit varying opinions and points of view. We have a variety of executions running in countries worldwide, and each is germane to that country and that population.

    This particular ad, which ran in Mexico, was based upon historical perspectives and was created with a Mexican sensibility. In no way was this meant to offend or disparage, nor does it advocate an altering of borders, nor does it lend support to any anti-American sentiment, nor does it reflect immigration issues. Instead, it hearkens to a time which the population of Mexico may feel was more ideal.

    As a global company, we recognize that people in different parts of the world may lend different perspectives or interpret our ads in a different way than was intended in that market. Obviously, this ad was run in Mexico, and not the US — that ad might have been very different.

    By Paula Eriksson, VP Corporate Communications, V&S Absolut Spirits
http://absolut.com/iaaw/blog/in-an-absolut-world-according-to-mexico


Then they try an apology:

    We apologize
    Posted Sunday, April 06, 2008, 7:38:29 PM

    During the weekend we have received several comments on the ad published in Mexico. We acknowledge the reactions and debate and want to apologize for the concerns this ad caused. We are truly sorry and understand that the ad has offended several persons. This was not our intention. The ad has been withdrawn as of Friday April 4th and will not be used in the future.

    In no way was the ad meant to offend or disparage, or advocate an altering of borders, lend support to any anti-American sentiment, or to reflect immigration issues.

    To ensure that we avoid future similar mistakes, we are adjusting our internal advertising approval process for ads that are developed in local markets.

    This is a genuine and sincere apology,

    By Paula Eriksson, VP Corporate Communications, V&S Absolut Spirits
http://absolut.com/iaaw/blog/we-apologize

[Neon Knight Anubis]

In all honesty, I'm willing to sell California back to Mexico for oil with two conditions.

1. They build an inpentrable wall
2.  they keep all the liberals

+1
But would that make me a citizen of Mexico?

[SlideRacker]

Let's hope they never market to the native Americans.

[Sponsor]

[tombogan03884]

+1
But would that make me a citizen of Mexico?

Only talking about Ca.We'll keep La. just for you and Tom Gresham   Oh yeah, and Tabasco ! We might let them have New Orleans, If they promise not to export Nagin or Jax beer.

[Neon Knight Anubis]

Only talking about Ca.We'll keep La. just for you and Tom Gresham   Oh yeah, and Tabasco ! We might let them have New Orleans, If they promise not to export Nagin or Jax beer.

I was born in Oceanside, CA so I just wondering if that disqualifies me. 
Can we keep the French Quarter?

[tombogan03884]

I was born in Oceanside, CA so I just wondering if that disqualifies me. 
Can we keep the French Quarter?

We can Naturalize you. And yes, I would hate to see the Absinthe House back in foriegn hands. 
You realize that tis conversation probably has Jefferson and Fremont spinning in their graves.

[Pathfinder]

Only talking about Ca.We'll keep La. just for you and Tom Gresham   Oh yeah, and Tabasco ! We might let them have New Orleans, If they promise not to export Nagin or Jax beer.

Keep the land, send the people to Mexico, finish the wall real quick.

[tombogan03884]

Keep the land, send the people to Mexico, finish the wall real quick.

I don't know, It might be worthit to get rid of Nancy Pelosi and Friends.