Under pressure from a Change.org petition, Hershey Entertainment & Resort on Tuesday affirmed its commitment to bringing a diverse representation of voices and political thought.
Hershey Entertainment & Resorts is defending its decision to feature controversial political commentarian Tucker Carlson in its fall event lineup. The company said it has a policy of respecting diverse voices from across the political spectrum. Hershey Entertainment & Resorts on Tuesday said it was reaffirming its commitment to bringing diverse voices to its venues, as it underscored its decision to feature controversial political commentarian Tucker Carlson in its fall event lineup.
“We believe in fostering an environment where different perspectives can be shared and discussed, upholding the principles of lawful free speech that are fundamental to our society.”petition, launched Monday, appeals to Hershey Entertainment to reconsider allowing its venue to be used by the former Fox News host, who has a history of espousing anti-LGBTQ rhetoric, hateful remarks about marginalized communities, and toxic and conspiratorial theories.
The petition notes how the entertainment company supports such groups and causes as the LGBTQ Center, CEO Action for Diversity and Inclusion, African American Chamber of Commerce, Latino Connection, YWCA of Lancaster, Vista Autism Services, Hershey All Things Diversity, Harrisburg Regional Chamber of Commerce & Cred, Keystone Business Alliance, and the Black Girl Foundation.
The Tucker Carlson Live Tour is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, June 14, on
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