"Economic boycotts are a familiar tool of protest. The problem is they often place the greatest strain on the smallest businesses. That was the case during Friday's nationwide general strike, which was designed to pressure the Trump administration to dial back its aggressive anti-immigration policies. For many small business owners, the shutdown created a dilemma. Supporting the cause often means losing a day's revenue and risking their ability to keep staff employed. Across social media, owners voiced solidarity alongside an apology for staying open."
"Instead of a blanket shutdown, Galloway is calling for Americans to focus on major tech companies by unsubscribing from - or opting out of - services like OpenAI's ChatGPT, Amazon's Prime Video, and Microsoft Office. A targeted boycott starting on Sunday and lasting the entire month of February could move markets, he says, which would, in turn, affect the CEOs who have the ear of President Donald Trump."
Many small businesses faced revenue loss and staffing risks when participating in a nationwide general strike protesting immigration enforcement. A one-day shutdown forced owners to choose between solidarity and keeping doors open, prompting social-media apologies from operators who remained open. An alternative strategy urges consumers to unsubscribe from major tech and AI services—examples include ChatGPT, Amazon Prime Video, and Microsoft Office—rather than stage blanket closures. A coordinated month-long opt-out in February could move markets and create leverage against executives. Major tech CEOs hold political influence through donations and White House engagement, making market-driven pressure potentially effective.
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