Amazon is the only one left on my list to cancel out. I had so many things on auto-ship because it's convenient in my rural setting, I didn't think I could do it, but I'm finding that what I was ordering is available directly from the companies; no need to go through Amazon. Readiness for the Feb 28 boycott is looking good!
Good for you! I've avoided Amazon almost from the get-go because they stole/co-opted the name of Amazon Bookstore in Minneapolis (I'm a former feminist bookseller) and because the rise of the billionaires, including Bozo, was becoming more and more dangerous. I live in a small-town area with no chain stores in the vicinity, so over the years I've sought out alternatives to Amazon, Walmart, and the other behemoths. It does take a little work and a little patience (like do I ever really *need* overnight delivery? <g>) but supporting small- to mid-size businesses is so worth it.
Me too! Amazon is a thing of the past. Like you, I found it convenient to buy from them. But I have sourced products I use elsewhere.And it feels good!🇨🇦
I still have Amazon. I live in a small town and some items are hard to get without driving miles into a big city. Also, Amazon employs a lot of people who will need that income soon. Plus it houses small businesses who would not be able to sell to as many people without Amazon.
I live rural as well. It pained me to think of people who would suffer due to job loss at Amazon. However..by buying elsewhere, jobs will open up in those places. And I take comfort that other businesses will need to hire workers.
People shouldn't cut off their nose despite their face .yes I agree on that point.
I used to spend around 700.00 a month at Amazon. No lie. My last order came in yesterday..which was nothing really, just very slow in coming
I have done a very good job sourcing the product I used to buy from amazon. And I am and will continue to be happy with my decision. My last straw was seeing bozo cozy up to ump at his inauguration....
I'm boycotting it all except A. I save $ using it I must confess. We must discern what's best for us
I am donating to help children.
This whole bizzarro sadist world is domming my SOUL!
So Im going to shift and support "lofe affirming" action on that day!!
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Hate to say it but the whole "we must discern what's best for us" is how we got here. Thinking of society as a whole is what is best for us. I have very little money but yet and going to suffer because it is the right thing to do for all. One must sacrifice in order for all to benefit.
Buy nothing February 28th and beyond that is not essential for survival. I will start using cash again to deny credit card companies their profits, I have cut all unnecessary subscriptions/services etc. I think that putting the screws to the economy/oligarchs may hurt employment etc. but something has to stop this runaway train toward our dictatorship/oligarchy/theocracy.
Even before 47 2.0 started I put into effect an underconsumption budget and in preparation for my leaner retirement in 5 years. Trying to see if I can live on that fixed income. I’m on a ‘buy nothing but food and gas’ 1 year challenge right now. I slipped up and bought a book last week but am plugging away.
Financially, I’m banking through a credit union where 100% of my paycheck comes in and goes out — necessary living expenses, retirement funds, and cash for food and gas. Keeping debit card at home and cc’s at zero balance. One credit card in my wallet for emergencies. Not using them for anything anymore — even the slimy ‘rewards’.
No Amazon. No social media. Nothing.
Check out the app ‘Goods Unite Us’ to help with decision about where you spend your money.
WOW! This person really gets it. Put a crimp in the profits of monolithic, conglomerate businesses.
If they see their profits decreasing, they will fire people, yes-a temporary problem but labor shortages will help them get another job, BUT they must lower prices, change their PR, divest companies they own etc.
I'm using cash now whenebver I can-no credit cards. That should lower prices because businesses pay credit card companies a fee.
I'm changing my banking to credit unions which guarantees their deposits themselves and doesn't depend on FDIC, which has come to trump/Musk attention as a way to cut government spending.
Good on you! Keep it up and suss out the oligarchs. Imagine if every American went back to living like it was 1980’s or earlier — shopping local, IRL, living within one’s means. Sigh.
I hope you’re doing well. I feel the same and now trying yo shift towards supporting "life aggirming" action. So today I supported children and read the dangers they face in "family court." I just wanted tonrefuce suffering of children. Children will suffer from the violence in the world. Generations traumatized by systemic violence also called epigenetics.
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That's right! 💪 boycott Amazon, Apple, Netflix, Hulu, Paramount. 2/28 national BUY NOTHING day including gas!
Amazon is the only one left on my list to cancel out. I had so many things on auto-ship because it's convenient in my rural setting, I didn't think I could do it, but I'm finding that what I was ordering is available directly from the companies; no need to go through Amazon. Readiness for the Feb 28 boycott is looking good!
Good for you! I've avoided Amazon almost from the get-go because they stole/co-opted the name of Amazon Bookstore in Minneapolis (I'm a former feminist bookseller) and because the rise of the billionaires, including Bozo, was becoming more and more dangerous. I live in a small-town area with no chain stores in the vicinity, so over the years I've sought out alternatives to Amazon, Walmart, and the other behemoths. It does take a little work and a little patience (like do I ever really *need* overnight delivery? <g>) but supporting small- to mid-size businesses is so worth it.
Me too! Amazon is a thing of the past. Like you, I found it convenient to buy from them. But I have sourced products I use elsewhere.And it feels good!🇨🇦
Found happiness without Amazon Prime using Fandango!
I still have Amazon. I live in a small town and some items are hard to get without driving miles into a big city. Also, Amazon employs a lot of people who will need that income soon. Plus it houses small businesses who would not be able to sell to as many people without Amazon.
I live rural as well. It pained me to think of people who would suffer due to job loss at Amazon. However..by buying elsewhere, jobs will open up in those places. And I take comfort that other businesses will need to hire workers.
People shouldn't cut off their nose despite their face .yes I agree on that point.
I used to spend around 700.00 a month at Amazon. No lie. My last order came in yesterday..which was nothing really, just very slow in coming
I have done a very good job sourcing the product I used to buy from amazon. And I am and will continue to be happy with my decision. My last straw was seeing bozo cozy up to ump at his inauguration....
I'm boycotting it all except A. I save $ using it I must confess. We must discern what's best for us
I am donating to help children.
This whole bizzarro sadist world is domming my SOUL!
So Im going to shift and support "lofe affirming" action on that day!!
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Take care,
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Hate to say it but the whole "we must discern what's best for us" is how we got here. Thinking of society as a whole is what is best for us. I have very little money but yet and going to suffer because it is the right thing to do for all. One must sacrifice in order for all to benefit.
Buy nothing February 28th and beyond that is not essential for survival. I will start using cash again to deny credit card companies their profits, I have cut all unnecessary subscriptions/services etc. I think that putting the screws to the economy/oligarchs may hurt employment etc. but something has to stop this runaway train toward our dictatorship/oligarchy/theocracy.
Even before 47 2.0 started I put into effect an underconsumption budget and in preparation for my leaner retirement in 5 years. Trying to see if I can live on that fixed income. I’m on a ‘buy nothing but food and gas’ 1 year challenge right now. I slipped up and bought a book last week but am plugging away.
Financially, I’m banking through a credit union where 100% of my paycheck comes in and goes out — necessary living expenses, retirement funds, and cash for food and gas. Keeping debit card at home and cc’s at zero balance. One credit card in my wallet for emergencies. Not using them for anything anymore — even the slimy ‘rewards’.
No Amazon. No social media. Nothing.
Check out the app ‘Goods Unite Us’ to help with decision about where you spend your money.
WOW! This person really gets it. Put a crimp in the profits of monolithic, conglomerate businesses.
If they see their profits decreasing, they will fire people, yes-a temporary problem but labor shortages will help them get another job, BUT they must lower prices, change their PR, divest companies they own etc.
I'm using cash now whenebver I can-no credit cards. That should lower prices because businesses pay credit card companies a fee.
I'm changing my banking to credit unions which guarantees their deposits themselves and doesn't depend on FDIC, which has come to trump/Musk attention as a way to cut government spending.
They need us.. it's the first I heard of a boycott on Feb 28th.
I understand what I have to do.
I checked and it is real thing but not many people know about it. Too bad.
Let's keep spreading the word! Feb 28 is BUY NOTHING DAY!
Good on you! Keep it up and suss out the oligarchs. Imagine if every American went back to living like it was 1980’s or earlier — shopping local, IRL, living within one’s means. Sigh.
" . . . or earlier. . . " You mean like when women couldn't get credit in their own names? The good old days weren't always good for everybody.
I love your resistance!!
I hope you’re doing well. I feel the same and now trying yo shift towards supporting "life aggirming" action. So today I supported children and read the dangers they face in "family court." I just wanted tonrefuce suffering of children. Children will suffer from the violence in the world. Generations traumatized by systemic violence also called epigenetics.
I’m reaching out to ask for support for this GoFundMe. Please consider donating, no contribution is too small to help. Sharing with your network also helps reach more potential donors.
Here’s the link to the fundraiser:
https://gofund.me/d14a2b31
I’m in on 2/28 👍
Keep spreading the word!
Add Tesla, Tesla service stations, and DELETE Twitter, (X) forever!
Buy Nothing 2/28
#SupportChildren on that day!!!
Feed, Care,Grow ❤️ Love
This needs to be in place AT LEAST once monthly.
Great Idea I'M IN 2/28