Target pulls costume critics say evoked blackface, minstrel shows
Summary
Target removed a Halloween costume from its online store after people said it resembled racist minstrel show characters from the 1800s. The costume was called "Kids’ Glows Under Blacklight Circus Clown Halloween Costume."Key Facts
- Target took the costume off its website on Monday.
- The costume was meant to be a circus clown outfit for children.
- Critics compared the costume’s look to racist images used in minstrel shows in the 19th century.
- Social media users highlighted similarities in hand gestures and clothes between the costume and those racist images.
- The removal came after public criticism on social media.
- The costume featured materials that glow under blacklight.
- Target responded by pulling the item rather than defending it.
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