Atlanta Pastor Jamal Bryant talks about Target CEO change
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ATLANTA - Pastor Jamal Bryant, who spearheaded a boycott against Target, is weighing in after the company’s CEO announced his resignation.
Target said Wednesday that Brian Cornell will step down as chief executive amid declining sales. He will be replaced by the company’s chief operating officer.
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A recent report indicated that part of the sales slump was linked to consumer boycotts led by Bryant, who launched the effort after the retailer shuttered its diversity, equity, and inclusion programs.
Additionally, consumers are turning to other retailers because people no longer consider it the place to go for affordable and stylish products, according to a report from The Associated Press.
In his first interview with CNN since the leadership shake-up, Bryant called the CEO transition "smoke and mirrors" but said he is open to meeting with the new chief executive.
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