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Activism and Public Controversies
editThe actress is known for her public appearances and involvement in controversial issues. In 2023, Plaza was part of an advertising campaign that sparked wide-ranging discussions about the use of plant-based milk alternatives. In the advertisement, released in late April, Plaza parodied as a co-founder of "Wood Milk," the common plant-based milk products made from oats, almonds, soybeans, or coconuts.
The advertisement, commissioned by the Milk Processor Education Program (MilkPEP), a quasi-governmental organization of the dairy industry, stirred controversy by claiming that only cow's milk was "real" and that plant-based milk alternatives like "Wood Milk" had no nutritional benefits. This depiction faced criticism from groups like the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM), advocating for plant-based eating.
The controversy peaked when PCRM filed a complaint with the USDA Inspector General's office, alleging that the advertisement violated federal regulations prohibiting the disparagement of agricultural products. This dispute sparked a broad discussion about the ethical and health implications of milk consumption, as well as the impact of the food industry on the environment and society.
Plaza, who has been involved in various social and environmental issues, was both praised and criticized for her participation in the advertising campaign and her subsequent reactions. Despite the heated debate, the advertisement raised important questions about food production and consumer ethical responsibility. Plaza herself has publicly addressed these issues, further fueling the ongoing discussion.
Source: https://web.archive.org/web/20240221182855/https://www.vox.com/future-perfect/2023/5/5/23709822/milk-dairy-plant-based-meat-soy-almond-fake-processed Jessen Adams (talk) 16:58, 3 March 2024 (UTC)
- It is already noted in the article. TBH, I don't see this as a major controversy, just something overblown on social media. Inspector Semenych (talk) 17:02, 30 March 2024 (UTC)