American Eagle’s Ad Campaign Sparks Controversy
If you’re not living off the grid, you’ve probably seen the latest American Eagle ad featuring Sydney Sweeney. It seems to have brought on quite a reaction from various corners of the internet. For those in quieter spots, the buzz is certainly there.
The left seems to be losing it—some are calling the campaign “crazy.” The idea of a blonde, blue-eyed actress in an ad has been labelled by some as akin to Nazi propaganda. Even a mainstream show like “Good Morning America” has faced criticism for allegedly pandering to those less engaged with social media. I mean, it’s an interesting take, right?
If the left wants to hand over loving boobs to conservatives, that’s a cultural burden we want to endure. https://t.co/7ytc6ug7es
– Mr. Right (@mrrightdc) July 30, 2025
But, guess what? All this outrage hasn’t seemed to affect American Eagle at all. Their stock price has actually gone up, and the allegations of eugenics? They’ve been brushed aside. The company is standing its ground without any apologies.
“This is another example of how social media doesn’t quite reflect real life,” someone pointed out, which, honestly, feels pretty spot-on.
If we rewind a bit to five years ago, American Eagle’s ads would have looked quite different. Back then, they might have featured a much more diverse array of models, perhaps leaning into trends like BLM protests, or showcasing individuals who don’t fit traditional molds. Now, though? The narrative feels more conservative, as if the tides have shifted.
It’s a new reality we’re living in—more conservative than that of just a few years ago. Some may say the culture war is over, with conservatives seemingly having the upper hand at this point. Sure, there are still occasional flare-ups from the left, but the fervor that once surrounded movements seems a bit diminished now.
It’s important to highlight “for now.” Just like the once “woke” crowd, conservative voices could find themselves reassessing their power dynamics. Because it seems like, in matters of culture, nothing is truly set in stone.
