The Man Behind the ‘Economic Blackout’ Served Time for a Sex-Related Offense
John Schwarz, who organized a viral shopping boycott, was previously registered as a sex offender after pleading guilty to ...
Today’s ‘economic blackout’ began from an unlikely source. But it’s tapped into Americans’ anger
John Schwarz, a self-described “mindfulness and meditation facilitator,” proposed a 24-hour nationwide “economic blackout” of ...
A 24-hour 'economic blackout' is taking place Friday, calling for people not to spend money
The boycott planned for Feb. 28 garnered attention on social media and calls for consumers not to make any purchases.
No add to cart: Shoppers launch 'economic blackout' to protest corporate corruption
An effort to encourage U.S. consumers to participate in a day of protest by not spending money Friday has picked up momentum ...
Small businesses encourage local shopping during economic blackout
A group called The People's Union USA is a self-described grassroots organization. Its founder, John Schwarz, says the group ...
Economic Blackout: Will a 24-hour boycott make a difference for DEI backlash?
A grassroots organization is encouraging U.S. residents not to spend any money Friday as an act of “economic resistance” to ...
Economic blackout: Activists call for Feb. 28 boycott. What does that mean in Oklahoma?
In response to Donald Trump's economic plans and the rollback of diversity, equity and inclusion priorities, some activists ...
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 ...