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Some speculate that economic strains, inflation, and corporate struggles have prompted a strategic retreat from controversial marketing. It appears that when companies face financial downturns, they become more cautious about risking consumer backlash by overtly supporting causes that may alienate certain demographics. The "get woke, go broke" debate continues, with some arguing that profit-driven motives compel firms to adopt or abandon social stances based on market reactions rather than genuine conviction.