The world of technology and social networks was shaken by a bombastic statement a few minutes ago, when Elon Musk, Tesla CEO and X owner, announced that he refuses to celebrate the month of pride in June. In a live statement at X Spaces, Musk stated that the “Woke” movement does not deserve to be celebrated, citing a series of reasons that are generating polarized reactions.
The explosive statement
At 10:50 am +07 today, Musk interrupted his innovation post routine to make a direct ad. “I won’t celebrate the month of pride this year,” he said firmly. “Woke has become a divisive strength, promoting hatred disguised as virtue. I quote the hypocrisy of large companies that profit from colorful flags while censoring dissident voices. This is not inclusion, it is control.” Musk also referred to alleged X moderation policies, suggesting that they were manipulated to favor Woke narratives, and criticized the lack of authenticity in the movement.
The billionaire, known for his controversial opinions, promised that X will not display promotional content of the month of pride on its platforms, a decision that echoes rumors of its growing opposition to inclusive corporate campaigns.
Context and reactions
The statement comes at a sensitive moment, with the month of pride in full progress, marked by global celebrations that dating back to the Stonewall rebellion in 1969. Musk, which has already expressed support for conservative ideas and criticized the “Woke” ideology at past events, seems to have intensified his posture. In recent years, he has faced accusations of promoting hate speech in the X, which he denies, claiming to defend freedom of expression.
On social networks, the reaction was immediate. Some X users supported Musk, calling him “voice of reason,” while others accused him of ignoring the historical struggle for LGBTQia+rights. “He’s right,” Woke “became a trade,” he posted a fan, while another countered: “This is a slap in the face of the fight for equality.” Companies like Tesla and Spacex have not officially commented, but analysts predict an impact on advertising partnerships.
What’s next?
With X under the spotlight, Musk’s decision can trigger a boycott or a support movement among his followers. Will he retreat from the pressure, or bend the bet on his anti-woke crusade? The world observes, divided between applause and criticism.
What do you think? Is Musk defending a cause or just feeding controversy? Share your thoughts below!
