Detroit, Michigan – A grassroots organization is urging Americans to join in a nationwide economic blackout on February 28. The initiative, known as the “Feb. 28 economic blackout,” calls for consumers to refrain from purchasing goods from major retailers for 24 hours, in response to the escalation of prices on essential items like gas and groceries.
The movement, led by The People’s Union USA, aims to mobilize individuals against longstanding issues of economic disparity, government accountability, and corporate reform. Founded by John Schwarz, the organization emphasizes unity in addressing the pervasive corruption and greed that have plagued American society for decades.
Celebrities such as John Leguizamo, Stephen King, and Bette Midler have thrown their support behind the daylong boycott, encouraging participants to redirect their spending away from large corporations like Amazon and Walmart. Schwarz emphasized the significance of the boycott in a recent Instagram video, highlighting the power of collective action in disrupting the status quo.
While the boycott targets all major retailers, regardless of their stance on diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, some supporters have suggested focusing on specific corporations that have abandoned such initiatives. Schwarz, however, underscored the broader impact of halting purchases from big-box stores for a single day.
Participants are urged to prioritize spending on essential items like food, medicine, and emergency supplies from local small businesses, rather than from large chains. The organization’s website emphasizes the importance of sending a clear message through the boycott, as millions of Americans commit to challenging the existing economic structures.
Looking ahead, Schwarz envisions extending the boycott to other businesses deemed as major offenders within the system, with upcoming weeklong blackouts planned for specific retailers like Amazon, Target, and Walmart. By amplifying the collective voice of consumers, The People’s Union aims to hold corporations accountable and advocate for a more equitable economic landscape.
