USDA Revives Milk Mustache Campaign Amid Dairy Debate
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is bringing back its Milk Mustache campaign from the 1990s to highlight the nutritional benefits of dairy products. This comes in the midst of ongoing discussions about dietary guidelines that favor either low-fat or full-fat dairy options.
California Senator Scott Wiener seems to have strong opinions about this topic. He criticized a recent USDA advertisement featuring former NCAA swimmer Riley Gaines, suggesting it gives off a “creepy” vibe and refers to Gaines as a “strange con artist.” He commented, “Some weirdo scammer who was pissed that he tied for 6th place with a trans swimmer is now all about milk. These creepy people keep elevating themselves.”
It’s uncertain whether Wiener will support the USDA’s initiative to promote whole milk as part of American children’s diets. Some, including Pirate Wires editor Mike Solana, argue that Wiener, who is campaigning for a congressional seat previously held by Nancy Pelosi, shouldn’t label others as creepy when he himself has publicly embraced unusual attire. Solana articulated the point, saying, “You’re running for Congress, and the whole country saw you in a fetish costume at the Folsom Street Fair. Personally, I don’t understand how it’s creepy for a professional athlete to do a milk commercial, but more importantly, people in glass houses shouldn’t be throwing ass plugs.”
Wiener has consistently attended the Folsom Street Fair, often sharing images of himself in either a leather harness or a more casual shirtless outfit. This event is for adults only and typically features nudity and BDSM activities, even though sexual acts are officially forbidden.
As a state senator, Wiener has sponsored various bills regarding minors, including SB 145, which altered California’s sex offender registry. The amendment allows judges some discretion in cases involving oral or anal sex between minors as young as 14 and adults as young as 10. Previously, such convictions mandated registration on the sex offender list. Thanks to Wiener and Governor Gavin Newsom, judges now have more leeway.
Additionally, Wiener has worked on legislation aimed at protecting transgender youth in California, which bolsters the state’s already liberal stance on gender-affirming care. Two of his bills, SB 107 and SB 497, ensure that California acts as a refuge for minors seeking certain medical treatments and shields healthcare providers from restrictive laws and subpoenas from other states.
While Wiener labels the USDA’s promotional efforts as “creepy,” his legislative actions raise questions about his priorities. It appears he supports transforming California into a safe haven for minors seeking so-called “gender-affirming care” without parental consent, yet finds promoting a healthy lifestyle to children problematic. Perhaps he should reflect on his own approach.
