Companies Stand By LGBTQ Support Despite Backlash
- Many major companies are maintaining their sponsorships of Pride events despite criticism on social media.
- Negative comments accuse companies of "grooming" children or being too "politically correct."
- Some companies have faced financial consequences, with stock prices and sales dropping.
- LGBTQ groups and some employees have pushed companies to stand up to the criticism.
- The debate comes as rights for transgender people have become a heated issue, putting companies in a difficult position.