South Carolina: it’s not easy being ‘so gay’

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A London-based advertising campaign, aimed at generating gay travel to the United States is selling South Carolina as ?so gay.? South Carolina officials are saying ?no way.? The Takeaway talks to the ad man behind this controversial campaign. Guest: Ian Johnson, Founder and CEO of OUT NOW Consulting. The firm helps companies market to gay and lesbian communities.

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