American Economic Boycott: “Don’t Buy Stuff Friday, Feb. 28”

New York, N.Y. — A nationwide 24-hour “economic blackout” is currently underway, organized by the grassroots group People’s Union USA. This boycott, which began at midnight on Friday, February 28, 2025, calls on Americans to refrain from shopping for a full day.’

Key Points of the Boycott

• Participants are urged to avoid all unnecessary purchases, both in-store and online, from major retailers like Amazon, Walmart, and Target.
• The boycott also discourages spending on fast food, gas, and using credit or debit cards for non-essential items.
• If essential purchases are necessary, people are encouraged to support small, local businesses instead of large corporations.

Reasons Behind the Boycott

The economic blackout is a response to several factors:

• Rollback of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives by major companies.
• Protests against President Trump’s plans to reduce the federal workforce.
• Concerns about corporate greed and rising prices of essential goods.

About the Organizers

The People’s Union USA, founded by John Schwarz (known as “J”), describes itself as a movement dedicated to economic resistance, government accountability, and corporate reform. The group claims no political affiliation and aims to unite Americans against perceived corruption and greed.

Impact and Support

• The boycott has gained traction on social media and is being promoted outside the U.S.
• Several celebrities, including Cyndi Lauper, Pearl Jam, Taraji P. Henson, John Leguizamo, and Bette Midler, have expressed support for the movement.
• The actual impact on retail sales and company profits remains uncertain.

Future Plans

The People’s Union USA has announced additional boycotts:

• A weeklong boycott against Amazon from March 7 to 14, 2025.
• Another nationwide 24-hour economic blackout on March 28, 2025.
• Targeted boycotts against specific retailers in the coming months, including Nestlé, Walmart, and Target.

The organization states that these boycotts will continue “until corporations are held accountable, billionaires pay their fair share, and the working class finally gets the freedom we deserve.

Economic Boycott: “Don’t Buy Stuff Friday, Feb. 28”