Blackout, economic

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 line.”
What to know about the Feb. 28 Economic Blackout
Customers across the United States are looking to send a message Friday to companies that have rolled back their DEI initiatives in the form of a 24-hour consumer boycott, also known as the “Feb. 28 Economic Blackout.
Who is John Schwarz, the man behind today's Feb. 28 Economic Blackout and founder of People's Union USA?
The man who launched the Economic Blackout said he is "trying to cause economic resistance, against the corporations and politicians, to stand for the people."
Why Consumers Are Holding an ‘Economic Blackout’ Today
U.S. consumers are being encouraged to abstain from purchasing any non-essential goods today—on Feb. 28—as part of a 24-hour buying blackout that aims to showcase the economic power of everyday people.
Economic blackout happening today: What Nevadans need to know about the Feb. 28 boycott
Friday marks the first of four planned 24-hour spending blackouts. Another boycott, the 40-day Target fast, will coincide with Lent, which starts on March 5. The People’s Union USA, a grassroots group founded in 2020, organized these movements to push for government accountability and better corporate practices.
What is an 'economic blackout'? Why people in Texas are boycotting businesses for 24 hours
In protest of the new U.S. administration under President Donald Trump, residents are refusing to spend money today in an ...
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 ...
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A movement is calling for an 'economic blackout' on Friday. Here's what to know
The People's Union USA, a grassroots group, is calling on Americans to join a national boycott by not shopping for 24 hours ...
Friday's No-Shopping 'Economic Blackout' Is Everywhere Online — And Experts Have Thoughts
A Feb. 28 grassroots campaign is calling for a no-shopping boycott on all major retailers. Here's why (and if it will ...
"This is our time": Economic blackout targets injustice
A New Yorker transplanted to the Midwest, John Schwarz, originated the People’s Union Economic Blackout set for Friday that ...
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Santa Cruz County residents take part in national ‘economic blackout’
The People’s Union plans another broad-based economic blackout on March 28. It is also promoting weeklong consumer boycotts ...
A nationwide 'economic blackout' is planned for Friday. What is it and how will it impact major retailers?
A grassroots organization is calling for a nationwide "economic blackout" Friday where American consumers pause shopping at ...
Activists promote economic boycott across U.S.
Kara St. Cyr reports on Bay Area residents participating in the national call to boycott all large corporations on Feb. 28.