Social Justice
Economic Blackout... Is Boycotting Still an Effective Protest Strategy in the 21st Century?
In an era where hashtags spread faster than flyers and protests can ignite with a single post, is boycotting still a powerful tool for change? In this thought-provoking take, we dive into a recent call for a Black spending freeze on February 28, 2025. But was it effective? Who organized it? And most importantly—did anyone even hear about it before it hit their timeline?
From the lessons of the Montgomery Bus Boycott to the power of the Black dollar today, this blog breaks down why organization, unification, and mobilization are essential for any protest to succeed. Because without a clear goal and strategy, a boycott is just an empty business with no impact.
So, did you participate, or did Amazon and Costco still get your coins? Let’s talk about it. Read on, reflect, and let’s strategize for real change. Let us know in the comments