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 ...
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.
National economic blackout: What you need to know about the 'no-spend' day
Activists have planned a boycott of major retailers, credit card companies, and other businesses in protest of corporate ...
‘No Amazon, No Walmart.’ Protest calling for ‘economic blackout’ has some celebrity support
A grassroots group is calling for a 24-hour “economic blackout,” and urging people not to shop at major retailers Friday as a ...
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.
Small businesses in Chicago encourage consumers to shop local amid economic blackout
The blackout is a form of protest by groups urging shoppers not to buy from major retailers due to rising prices and claims ...