On ‘blackout’ boycott day, some closed their wallets, while others went shopping
The 24-hour push to purchase nothing — especially from large retail chains — has caught fire on social media in recent weeks.
What’s behind today’s ‘economic blackout’?
The People’s Union USA calls the 24 hours of spending abstinence an “economic blackout,” a term that has since been shared and debated on social media. The activist movement said it also plans to ...
Nationwide Economic Blackout: Boycott Dates for Target, Amazon, Others
The People's Union USA is also organizing a secondary 24-hour economic blackout on April 18, according to the flyer.
"We Don't Need Billionaires. They Need Us": Americans Are Sharing Why They're Not Spending A Dime During Today's Economic Blackout
"My wife got terminated from the National Parks Service over Valentine's/President's Day, and my place of business is ...
Friday's 'economic blackout day' boycott shows shoppers are fed up with high prices. Will it hit retailers where it hurts?
The companies singled out for skipping during Friday's economic blackout include behemoths like Amazon (AMZN), which is worth $2.27 trillion, and Walmart (WMT), worth over $770 billion. Neither ...
It's 'economic blackout' day as campaign encourages Americans not to spend for 24 hours
A retail boycott is hitting major US businesses Friday as an online campaign calls for Americans to spend nothing at places ...
Empty store aisles? Consumers say they're boycotting these retailers Feb. 28
The Feb. 28 blackout is one of several boycotts planned by groups of consumers over the coming months to make their voices ...
Economic Blackout: Will a 24-hour boycott make a difference?
The People’s Union USA calls the 24 hours of spending abstinence set to start at midnight an “economic blackout,” a term that has since been shared and debated on social media. The activist movement ...
From boycotts to ‘good-buys,’ consumers are showing support for DEI
As some companies roll back diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, many consumers are rallying behind small businesses ...
Why is there an 'economic blackout' on Feb. 28? What to know about boycott in Oklahoma
Oklahomans might see fewer shoppers Friday after calls for US consumers to participate in a 24-hour economic blackout to protest DEI rollbacks.
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Boycotting for the Long Haul: How to Survive and Thrive Without Big Corporations
Ditch big corporations for good! Learn how to boycott long-term with smart swaps, local alternatives, and survival tips to ...
Here's what to know about the Feb. 28 economic blackout in Missouri
Many consumers are planning to refrain from spending money today during a one-day economic blackout. Here's what to know in Missouri.