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.
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 ...
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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 ...
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 ...
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 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 ...
Why Consumers Are Holding an ‘Economic Blackout’ Today
U.S. consumers are being encouraged to abstain from purchasing any non-essential goods on Feb. 28 as part of a 24-hour buying ...