Target Boycotts and its Effect on Both Sides of the Black Dollar

Target Boycotts and its Effect on Both Sides of the Black Dollar

By Dr. Patrise Holden, Washington Informer Special to Black Press USA Black and Hispanic street vendors, positioned along the street in front of Target, expressed worry that decreased foot traffic from sustained boycotting will affect their ability to make a living, and possibly put them out of business. (Photo/Dr. Patrise Holden) Signs in hand, on April 19th, a small crowd of about 10 people gathered in front of the Target at 14th and Columbia …

Target boycotts and its effect on both Sides of the Black dollar

By: Dr. Patrise Holden, Washington Informer Special to Black Press USA Signs in hand, on April 19th, a small crowd of about 10 people gathered in front of the Target at 14th and Columbia Road NW, Washington, DC. Voices raised, as part of a three-day economic blackout from April 18 to April 20, the crowd marched while urging Black and Hispanic shoppers to refrain from purchasing from Target, which has been criticized for its stance on diversity, …

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The sentiments of this Target employee highlight a key issue: while boycotts send a clear message to corporations, they can also inadvertently harm small Black businesses and working-class consumers. The post Target Boycotts and its Effect on Both Sides of the Black Dollar appeared first on Nashville PRIDE, Inc..