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The response has been ferocious. The airline’s social media channels have been bombarded with thousands of angry comments from people who disagree with the ad’s message. SAS told the Norwegian newspaper Dagbladet that it believed the outcry was the result of a “coordinated attack on the campaign.”
The incident you mentioned involves a failed hoax campaign orchestrated by internet pranksters on 4chan. They attempted to change the cross on the Swedish flag to a Turkish-style crescent and star, claiming that the Christian cross symbolized a dark and oppressive past.
However, the lackluster response to this campaign suggests that 4chan’s influence on internet culture may be waning. It’s worth noting that 4chan has been a breeding ground for alt-right memes and propaganda, including other campaigns like the “It’s okay to be white” slogan.
Such online harassment campaigns can have real-world consequences, affecting individuals and communities. If you’d like more information or have any other questions, feel free to ask!
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