Navigating Pride Month: Companies Face Backlash and Praise for LGBTQ Inclusion
Barstool Sports faced backlash from conservative fans after promoting inclusivity and partnering with The NYC LGBT Center for Pride Month. Critics accused the media outlet of "going woke" and promoting a "Rainbow Mafia." Barstool Sports writers and staff defended their support for the LGBT community and called out the "petulant" and "pathetic" fans who vowed to boycott the company. The NYC LGBT Center provides critical services and advocacy for the LGBTQ community.