Nationwide Walmart Boycott Runs April 7-14 Over Tax, DEI Issues

A boycott of Walmart, dubbed the 'Walmart Blackout,' is currently underway, organized by a grassroots group called People's Union USA from April 7 to April 14. The campaign targets Walmart's corporate tax practices, worker treatment, and a perceived rollback of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) commitments. Activists aim to unite consumers against corporate greed, with the movement expanding past Walmart to include other major brands. Walmart has defended its practices, highlighting its role as a significant employer and corporate taxpayer in the U.S. This boycott is part of a broader trend of economic protests against large retailers, fueled by rising public discontent over economic inequality and corporate influence. Organizers have framed the boycott as a fight for economic justice, encouraging consumers to avoid all Walmart services during this period.