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Cracker Barrel has sparked backlash after its rebrand, which stripped the white man from its logo and removed country Americana décor from its stores — elements The New York Times once labeled “white-coded” and “conservative.”
Upward News found an interview where Cracker Barrel’s new CEO revealed that the company’s design and logo changes were driven by a push for inclusivity and an effort to appeal to younger generations. The CEO said the goal was to ensure Cracker Barrel is “a place for everyone.”
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