The People’s Union directs people to not make any purchases at all on Feb. 28, and especially not from any major retailers. Their website specifically mentions Amazon, Walmart, and BestBuy. If there is an emergency or needed essentials, consumers are encouraged to support a local small business instead.

A 24-hour nationwide consumer spending freeze, orchestrated in response to corporate and political greed, is currently in effect.

A grassroots movement's "economic blackout" calls on consumers nationwide to avoid shopping at major retailers Friday in protest of corporate greed. Why it matters: The 24-hour boycott, organized by The People's Union USA,