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Here's what to know about the "Feb 28 Economic Blackout" protest

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The call to action — or rather inaction — is asking that American consumers refrain from making any purchases at major retailers on Friday, February 28.

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CBS News

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.

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WLTX

Here's what to know about the "Feb 28 Economic Blackout" protest

The call to action — or rather inaction — is asking that American consumers refrain from making any purchases at major retailers on Friday, February 28.

1 day ago·Columbia, United States

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Afro

Economic Black Out called for Feb. 28

Join the 24-hour economic blackout on Feb. 28 to demonstrate collective power and disrupt the economy. Learn more about this initiative.

2 days ago

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Community Voice KS

Support for 24-Hour Economic Blackout Growing

A national no-spending day called “The 24-hour Economic Blackout” is gaining traction on social media. Set to take place on Feb. 28, the boycott takes aim at major retailers like Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy.Organized by the advocacy group The People’s Union USA, the nationwide blackout is designed to shed light on consumers’ impact and to push for economic change. According to the organization’s website, the 24-hour spending pause sends a mess…

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thirdact.org

U.S. economic blackout planned for Feb. 28

A U.S. Economic Blackout — a nationwide economic protest — is scheduled for Friday, Feb. 28, 2025. On this day, participants are encouraged to refrain from making any purchases, both...

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