C Spire Withdraws Olympics Ads Over ‘Last Supper’ DepictionC Spire Withdraws Olympics Ads Over ‘Last Supper’ Depiction C Spire, a Mississippi-based telecommunications company, has announced its decision to remove all advertising from the Paris Olympics following controversy over a performance during the opening ceremony. The performance in question, which depicted a satirical “Last Supper,” drew criticism from C Spire and other organizations. In a statement, the company expressed shock and disapproval: “We were shocked by the mockery of the Last Supper during the opening ceremonies of the Paris Olympics. C Spire will be pulling our advertising from the Olympics.” The company’s decision was praised by Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves, who wrote on Twitter: “I am proud to see the private sector in Mississippi step up and put their foot down. God will not be mocked. C Spire drew a common-sense, appropriate line.” The “Last Supper” scene, created by French equestrian artist Bartabas, featured performers in animal costumes. It sparked outrage among religious groups and conservative commentators, who accused it of disrespect. C Spire’s withdrawal of advertising marks a significant loss for the Olympics, as the company has been a major sponsor in the past. The performance has also raised questions about the role of artistic expression and freedom of speech at major events. C Spire’s statement concluded by emphasizing its commitment to ethical and respectful advertising: “We believe that advertising should be aligned with our values and that of the communities we serve.”
JACKSON, Miss. (WLOX) – A part of the Paris Olympics opening ceremony is drawing in criticism, and one Mississippi-based company says it is pulling all of its ads from the event.
C Spire took to
The company posted the following statement on X:
We were shocked by the mockery of the Last Supper during the opening ceremonies of the Paris Olympics. C Spire will be pulling our advertising from the Olympics.
The reaction also boasted praise from Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves, who also took to social media following the company’s decision to pull all advertising.
I am proud to see the private sector in Mississippi step up and put their foot down. God will not be mocked. C Spire drew a common-sense, appropriate line. https://t.co/R38yJye97I
— Governor Tate Reeves (@tatereeves) July 27, 2024
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