As far as corporate spokesmen go, Ronald McDonald is one of the creepier choices. But is he a bad influence on your kids? According to atleast one group, he is.On Wednesday, officials from Corporate Accountability International will ask McDonald's to "retire" Ronald McDonald as its spokesman.
The group claims Ronald McDonald is a bad influence on kids because he contribute to what they consider the "fast-food-industry childhood obesity crisis."
But according to a McDonald's spokesman, Ronald McDonald is, "the heart and soul of Ronald McDonald House Charities, which lends a helping hand to families in their time of need.
"Ronald also helps deliver messages to families on many important subjects such as safety, literacy, and the importance of physical activity and making balanced food choices."
Even if you think this is ridiculous, you should know that Corporate Accountability International means buisness. They're the group responsible for retiring the super-cool Joe Camel of Camel cigarettes.
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