Delta Airlines Apology for Tweet About Palestinian Flag Pins

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
Delta Airlines apologized for a tweet sympathizing with a post that wrongly identified Palestinian flag pins as 'Hamas badges.' The airline removed the post, counseled the responsible team member, and changed its pin policy. CAIR called the tweet racist and demanded an apology and better education for staff.

Key Points

  • Delta apologized for the tweet and removed it.
  • CAIR demanded an apology and better education for Delta employees.
  • Delta changed its pin policy to only allow U.S. flags.
  • The tweet wrongly identified Palestinian flag pins as 'Hamas badges.'

Pros

  • Delta took responsibility and apologized for the tweet.
  • The airline changed its pin policy to only allow U.S. flags, promoting a safe and welcoming environment for all.

Cons

  • The tweet was deemed racist and harmful by CAIR and other individuals.
  • The tweet sparked outrage and calls for boycotting Delta.