The February 28 economic blackout highlights rising food costs, corporate power, and shifting consumer habits. What does it ...

Oklahomans might see fewer shoppers Friday after calls for US consumers to participate in a 24-hour economic blackout to ...

People’s Union USA says the blackout comes in response to the fact that “corporations and banks only care about their bottom ...

Will the economic blackout work? Here's your guide to the boycott on Feb. 28 where Americans are being encouraged to buy ...

In 2025, economic boycotts have become a significant tool for driving social and economic change. These organized efforts are designed to send a powerful message to corporations and institutions about ...

Here’s what you need to know about the economic blackout. Who is John Schwarz? John Schwarz is the founder of the Peoples Union USA and lives in the Chicago area. The 57-year-old meditation ...

During the Feb. 28 event, consumers participating in the boycott were encouraged not to spend any money anywhere for one day.

Over the past few weeks, information has been spreading on social media about a nationwide economic protest called the "Feb 28 Economic Blackout." The call to action — or rather inaction — is ...

After a nationwide economic blackout on February 28 gained traction, some might wonder if the push was successful.

On Friday, February 28, The People’s Union USA’s “economic blackout” took place for whomever chose to participate. The exercise called for a nationwide boycott of major retailers and ...