In the wake of Arizona's new immigration law, the state is facing a growing public relations problem, and big potential losses in tourism and other forms of revenue. Everyone from convention-goers to bands on tour are avoiding the state, and the city of Phoenix predicts a loss of $90 million over the next five years because of these cancellations. We want to know from you: If you were to rebrand YOUR state, what slogan would you come up with? Tell us in six words or fewer.
Advertising consultant, Cindy Gallop, helps us dissect the problem faced by Arizona and the challenges of rebranding an entire state.
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Rebranding may not be what Arizona needs to protect its image from further damage. There may be a better strategic choice - http://strengtheningbrandamerica.com/blog/?p=324
Arizona: Stylin' and racial profilin'.
Oklahoma, where tornados give you a "twist"
Florida: No Oil on _our_ beaches (yet).
Michigan, of beautiful greenery and gorgeous water....
Massachusetts - where Casino gambling will keep Millions of $$ in our state!
Considering that Florida is about to be enveloped by the BP oil spill, perhaps it is time to change from the Sunshine State to the Altered State.
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