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.
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 ...
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 ...
Readers are participating in Friday’s ‘economic blackout.’ Here’s why.
A grassroots organization is encouraging consumers to participate in an “ economic blackout ” on Friday as an act of ...
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 ...
Community-owned St. Paul market notices uptick in business amid "economic blackout"
A community-owned store in St. Paul noticed an uptick in people walking through the door amid a movement urging Americans to ...
On economic blackout day, Sacramento's Zanzibar owner reflects as store faces closure
An economic blackout was underway Friday as activists nationwide encouraged people not to spend their money at large ...
Economic Blackout: Experts question if 24-hour boycott will make a difference
A grassroots organization has encouraged U.S. residents not to spend any money Friday as an act of “economic resistance”.
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 ...