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Source: Reebok / Reebok When will brands learn that any slick talk concerning our people or plight will not be tolerated? One company got a swift reminder last week. As spotted on High Snobiety the CEO of CrossFit showed his true colors when he responded to a post from the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation saying “Racism and discrimination are critical public health issues that demand an urgent response. #BlackLivesMatter”. To which Greg Glassman said “It’s FLOYD-19”. Naturally his response left a very sour taste in many people’s mouths; regardless of gender or race. So much so the tweet went viral causing some of the fitness league’s partners to act accordingly.  It’s FLOYD-19. — Greg Glassman (@CrossFitCEO) June 6, 2020 According to The Morning Chalk Up Ree...