Talk of a "Feb 28 Economic Blackout" is spreading on social media. What is it?
A grassroots effort is asking American consumers to refrain from making purchases at major retailers for one day in February.
Economic blackout: Will a 24-hour boycott make a difference?
An “economic blackout” promoted on social media is underway but with no clear indication of how many people took part or ...
What’s the deal with today’s ‘economic blackout?’ Here’s what to know.
People’s Union USA says the blackout comes in response to the fact that “corporations and banks only care about their bottom ...
Amid nationwide economic blackout day, Sacramento's Zanzibar faces closure after 26 years
An economic blackout was underway Friday as activists nationwide encouraged people not to spend their money at large ...
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.
Meet The People’s Union USA, the Movement Behind Today’s ‘Economic Blackout’
The blackout was organized by The People’s Union USA and is the movement’s first action, described as “a symbolic start to ...
Friday’s ‘economic blackout day’ boycott shows shoppers are fed up with high prices. Will it hit retailers where it hurts?
One day can make a difference to retailers, but the biggest impact of the 24-hour economic blackout protest could be the ...
Community-owned St. Paul market notices uptick in business amid "economic blackout"
A community-owned store in St. Paul noticed an uptick in people walking through the door amid a movement urging Americans to ...
Shoppers participate in Economic Blackout to protest anti-DEI movement
Shoppers across the country are taking part in an “Economic Blackout”, avoiding major retail stores in protest of the ...
Economic Blackout: Experts question if 24-hour boycott will make a difference
A grassroots organization has encouraged U.S. residents not to spend any money Friday as an act of “economic resistance”.
Small businesses in Chicago encourage consumers to shop local amid economic blackout
The blackout is a form of protest by groups urging shoppers not to buy from major retailers due to rising prices and claims ...
On economic blackout day, Sacramento's Zanzibar owner reflects as store faces closure
An economic blackout was underway Friday as activists nationwide encouraged people not to spend their money at large ...