Summary
A consumer-activist group, The People’s Union USA, is organizing a boycott of six major companies in October to promote corporate accountability and diversity efforts. The targeted companies are Amazon, Walmart, Starbucks, Disney, Target, and Ben & Jerry's. The boycott is part of the group's strategy to influence corporate and economic policies.
Key Facts
- The People’s Union USA started its boycott strategy in February.
- The boycott targets six companies: Amazon, Walmart, Starbucks, Disney, Target, and Ben & Jerry's.
- The group's goals include promoting corporate accountability and restoring diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs.
- Target has faced criticism for ending its DEI program but plans to invest $2 billion in Black-owned businesses.
- Disney suspended a late-night show, leading to media controversy and calls for a boycott.
- Disney's decision was influenced by criticism from FCC Chair Brendan Carr.
- Ben & Jerry’s co-founder resigned, accusing Unilever of breaking promises about the brand's independence.
- The People’s Union USA aims to make corporations pay their fair share of taxes.
