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.
Some consumers are not spending money for today's economic blackout. Here's what to know.
Many consumers are planning to refrain from spending money today during a one-day economic blackout. Here's what to know.
Meet The People’s Union USA, the Movement Behind the Feb. 28 ‘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 ...
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 ...
Does an ‘economic blackout’ work? A Colorado Springs economist weighs in
After a series of social media posts calling for an economic blackout nationwide, the day finally arrived, and a Colorado Springs economist addressed the potential impact.
On ‘blackout’ boycott day, some closed their wallets, while others went shopping
The 24-hour push to purchase nothing — especially from large retail chains — has caught fire on social media in recent weeks.
Target To Bear The Brunt Of The ‘Economic Blackout’ With 40-Day ‘Target Fast’ To Follow
Target is being singled out in the 'Feb 28 Economic Blackout' with Black faith leaders calling for a 40-day boycott against ...
‘Economic blackout’ campaign encourages Americans to boycott shopping on Friday
A grassroots campaign is encouraging Americans to refrain from shopping at major retailers on Friday to send a message that ...