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Nationwide Plan For "Economic Blackout" On Friday Catches On In Chicago
In an Economic Blackout set for Friday, groups are urging Americans not to spend any money on Friday as a form of protest.
February 28, 2025
In an Economic Blackout set for Friday, groups are urging Americans not to spend any money on Friday as a form of protest.
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The blackout is seeing support in Chicago.
The call to action — or rather inaction — is asking that American consumers refrain from making any purchases at major retailers on Friday, Feb. 28. The protest comes as people continue to endure rising prices on everything from food and gas to housing and utilities, epitomized by the soaring cost of eggs which in January averaged $4.95 a dozen.
