(Daily Wire) Nike scolded critics to be more “inclusive” in response to backlash over the brand teaming up with LGBT activist and influencer Dylan Mulvaney, a biological male who claims to be a “girl.”
Notably, Mulvaney showed off women’s leggings and a sports bra in the sponsored Nike ad, sparking scores of comments about the erasure of women.
“You are an essential component to the success of your community!” Nike said in a pinned comment on its official Instagram page. “We welcome comments that contribute to a positive and constructive discussion: Be kind ❤️ Be inclusive ❤️Encourage each other ❤️.”
“Hate speech, bullying, or other behaviors that are not in the spirit of a diverse and inclusive community will be deleted,” the comment added.
Nike’s official Instagram account includes the two hashtags “#BlackLivesMatter and #StopAsianHate” and boasts more than 285 million followers.
Mulvaney on Wednesday posted photos and video wearing Zenvy leggings and an Alate bra, captioning the post, “Home for a moment and leaning into cozy workout wear life with [Nike Women]’s newest Zenvy leggings and Alate bra! They’re so comfortable and buttery soft, perfect for workouts and everyday wear! #feelyourall #teamnike #nikepartner.”
In a video promoting the women’s apparel, Mulvaney does high kicks in bare feet to music, outside.
What woman acts like this? pic.twitter.com/z0TjujHGyM
— Julia Song (@realjuliasong) April 5, 2023
“Nike legit paid a dude — with no boobs and a c*** and balls — to put on women’s athletic gear and advertise it to women. You can’t even make this s*** up,” OutKick founder Clay Travis reacted to the partnership, The Daily Wire reported.
