Target CEO defends the decision to remove Pride displays and pledges to support the LGBTQ community. Read his letter to employees.
A Target spokesperson told Insider the move was a response to"threats impacting our team members' sense of safety and wellbeing."
Insider has obtained a verified copy of the email, which is quoted in full below. Note, the name"Briefly" refers to the company newsletter.I want to end the day where Briefly started: on a note of care. This has been a very hard day for Target, and it follows many difficult days of deliberation and decision-making.
What you've seen in recent days went well beyond discomfort, and it has been gut-wrenching to see what you've confronted in our aisles. To the teams who have been working so hard on our plans for Pride - and now are showing incredible agility as we adjust - thank you. Your efforts will ensure we can still show up and celebrate Pride in meaningful ways.
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