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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Saman Javed

‘They gave Green M&M sneakers and called it feminism’: Social media reacts to M&Ms’ new look

Mars, Incorporated

Social media users have dubbed a newly announced “progressive” makeover of M&M characters as “tired” and unnecessary.

On Thursday, 20 January, confectioner Mars Wrigley announced that its mascots have been redesigned to “reflect a world where everyone feels they belong, and society is more inclusive”.

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