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Elon Musk on Saturday directed a pointed remark at Harley-Davidson, responding to a user's post about the company's DEI initiatives by stating, 'Purge the woke mind virus.' The comment, which received over 10 million views within hours, marks an escalation in Musk's use of his platform to critique corporate diversity policies—a recurring theme since his acquisition of Twitter, now X.
Harley-Davidson, which has faced scrutiny from conservative activists over its inclusive marketing campaigns, did not immediately respond to a request for comment. The company's stock showed no immediate movement in after-hours trading, but analysts note that Musk's influence on social media could sway consumer sentiment among his large following, potentially impacting the brand's core customer base. This incident highlights the growing intersection of corporate strategy and online culture wars, as Musk continues to leverage his platform to pressure companies over ideological stances.
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Purge the woke mind virus
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) June 3, 2026