What are the results from the Feb. 28 economic blackout? See what data shows.
During the Feb. 28 event, consumers participating in the boycott were encouraged not to spend any money anywhere for one day. If they had to spend, they were encouraged to buy from a local business.
Why Consumers Held an ‘Economic Blackout’ on Feb. 28
U.S. consumers were encouraged to abstain from purchasing any non-essential goods on Feb. 28, as part of a 24-hour buying blackout that aims to showcase the economic power of everyday people.
What is the ‘economic blackout’ on February 28 people are talking about – and will it work?
Social media users are calling for a boycott. Economics and business professors weigh in on the movement's efficacy.
Will the economic blackout work? Here's what to know about the 24-hour boycott on Feb. 28
Will the economic blackout work? Here's your guide to the boycott on Feb. 28 where Americans are being encouraged to buy nothing for a day.
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.
Nationwide Economic Blackout February 28: Where People Can Still Shop
A nationwide economic blackout planned for this Friday, February 28, will protest the rollback of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives by major corporations. Organized by The People's Union,
Why Americans Are Calling for an 'Economic Blackout' on Feb. 28
American consumers are calling for an economic blackout as part of a series of protests. “This is about solidarity and sending a clear message: we have the power,” the group behind the first "economic blackout,
What to know about the no-shopping ‘economic blackout’ on Feb. 28
The campaign urges consumers to spend no money for 24 hours to remind corporations of their economic power. A social media campaign has sparked plans for an “economic blackout” on Friday, one of several boycotts planned by activists intent on sending a message to large corporations at a time when many Americans are struggling to keep up with costs.
Economic blackout on Feb. 28 sees mixed support in Oklahoma: What to know about the boycott
Oklahomans might see fewer shoppers Friday after calls for US consumers to participate in a 24-hour economic blackout to protest DEI rollbacks.
Who's behind the "Feb. 28 Economic Blackout" and what are the goals?
A group called "The People's Union" wants Americans to stop spending on fast food, gas and at major retailers on Feb. 28 as a protest against rising prices and the power of corporations -- others are curbing their spending at businesses like Amazon and Walmart that recently removed references to diversity,
Nationwide Economic Blackout February 28: Are Target, Walmart, Still Open?
A nationwide economic blackout scheduled for Feb. 28 urges consumers to halt spending to pressure corporations on economic inequality.
What Is Blackout Friday? Learn About the February 28 Economic Boycott
A grassroots group called for a nationwide boycott of shopping at major retail chains. Learn how to participate here.
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The Feb. 28 economic blackout was not the last: activists are preparing more boycotts to push back on Trump’s attacks on DEI, ...
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 ...