Days after a nationwide "economic blackout," a 40-day boycott of Target has begun — with more actions against major corporations upcoming. Here's why.

Target had previously been hailed as an inclusive company, in part because of its six-figure donations to groups championing Black economic empowerment and LGBTQ+ acceptance.

One boycott is an “economic blackout” proposed for Feb. 28. On that day, consumers have been encouraged to refrain from spending any money in stores or online. A group called The People’s Union is one of the groups behind the Feb. 28 blackout campaign, which has spread over social media.