WHO - US citizens boycotting Trump's initiatives to abolish DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) programs and policies, and the greed and power of billionaires.
WHAT - Economic Blackout: abstain from making purchases, particularly from large corporations or chains, in store or online. If you must make a purchase, use cash or check and support a small local business instead! Especially avoid purchases from the corporations known for already eliminating DEI practices (such as Walmart, Amazon, Tractor Supply, Target), opt out of fast food or filling your gas tank, and do not make online purchases.
WHEN - Beginning at midnight on Friday, February 28 and ending at 11:59 pm *24 hours of economic blackout*
WHERE - Throughout the US - avoid in person and online shopping. For citizens of other countries, please avoid purchasing from US retailers on 2/28/2025!
WHY - This "call to inaction" is an act of economic resistance, protesting against the current administration's and large US corporation's DEI policy cancellations; protesting against the rising cost of food, gas, utilities and more; protesting the massive layoffs of essential workers; protesting the unethical practices of Elon Musk & DOGE; protesting the rich getting richer and evading taxes; protesting the loss of civil liberties and human rights.
Learn more about the Economic Blackout on Friday, February 28th or the People's Union USA (the grassroots organization that is organizing the boycott) at www.thepeoplesunionusa.com
Thank you for standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion and human rights.
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