The Patriotic Price of Commercialism: When National Pride Meets Corporate Sponsorship The upcoming two week run of USA themed "Wheel of Fortune" episodes, sponsored by Coca Cola as part of America250 celebrations, is a peculiar spectacle.
Beneath its surface level appeal to patriotic viewers, this collaboration raises important questions about the intersection of commercial interests and national pride.
At first glance, partnering with one of the most recognizable brands in the world for a series of USA themed games seems like a natural fit.