How the Capitol riot should alter brand actions in a polarized nation | WARC | The Feed
The Feed
Read daily effectiveness insights and the latest marketing news, curated by WARC’s editors.
You didn’t return any results. Please clear your filters.
How the Capitol riot should alter brand actions in a polarized nation
Introduction
US consumers entered the end of 2020 with concerns about the pandemic and the political environment, but in December, vaccines and new leadership gave a sense of anticipation about 2021. That abruptly ended with the deadly January 6 Capitol riot, and this shock alters the playbook for how brands should act.
Why it matters
The election and what came after it, mean that brands can’t operate completely independently from politics, and must learn to communicate in a tense climate; for some this will mean being a source of consistency and comfort.
Takeaways
- The riot may have proved...
This content is for subscribers only.
Sign in or book a demo to continue reading WARC’s unbiased, evidence-based insights that save you time and help you make marketing choices that work.
Email this content