North Dakota has the lowest tourism rate in the country. So they will try anything! Like this actual creative from the state’s new marketing campaign.
Drinks, dinner, decisions — who can’t relate?
Who knew this was offensive even when used away from tropical get away advertising?
“Come to North Dakota - we have women!”
Obvious sexism aside, can we please talk about how NORTH DAKOTA DOESN’T EXIST? I have never been to North Dakota. I have never PERSONALLY MET ANYONE who has been to North Dakota. I have NO evidence that this place exists.
Also, when is it warm enough in this so-called place to be wearing such adorable outfits?
(this is the platform with which I will be running for GOP presidential nominee, btw)
1. Being from South Dakota, I assure you: North Dakota does exist. Most of the young people leave as soon as they can. Which leads me to my second point…
2. I find the racial dynamics at play in this ad interesting as well - the men are white, and are gazing (as though through a shop window) at women of color. Interesting. Also: I think this is meant to be a Barney Stinson reference?
3. ND pretty much sucks.
North Dakota - the Dakota that no one talks to at parties.
North Dakota - we’re so white, we’re clear.
North Dakota - you’re only a few miles from Canada!
North Dakota - eh, Fargo’s not too bad.
North Dakota - the ideal state to hide from the authorities.
North Dakota - it could be worse. You could be in Nebraska.
^^^^ Bolded for emphasis.
