Why Walmart Is Facing a New Wave of Boycotts This Week
So, let’s talk about something big that's happening this week — another national boycott targeting Walmart. It’s not just about high prices or poor service this time. This boycott, organized by a grassroots group called The People's Union USA , is all about accountability — holding big corporations responsible for what many see as backtracking on social values and profiting at the public’s expense. From May 20 to May 26, people across the country are joining in a week-long boycott of Walmart and its associated companies, including Sam’s Club and Walmart’s private labels like Great Value and Equate.
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This isn’t the first time Walmart has faced pressure. Earlier this year in April, there was already a call to boycott the retail giant. And before that, on February 28, The People's Union launched a one-day consumer blackout that sparked significant conversation online. Now, they’re back — and louder than ever.
At the core of this protest is growing frustration over the rollback of DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) initiatives. While Walmart has publicly supported inclusive values in the past, the company has recently scaled back some of these commitments. One of the more symbolic moves was ending its five-year pledge to support a racial equity center established after George Floyd’s murder. Critics see this as caving to political pressure and stepping back from promises of progress.
But here’s the thing — this boycott isn’t just about DEI. According to John Schwarz, founder of The People’s Union , this is about a larger pattern of corporate behavior. Schwarz points out that Walmart, despite raking in billions in profits and receiving significant tax breaks, continues to raise prices and pass economic burdens onto everyday consumers. He calls it corporate greed, plain and simple. And for many Americans who are already struggling, that’s a deal-breaker.
Walmart, for its part, has responded by highlighting its contributions to local communities — like job creation, charitable giving, and being one of the country’s largest taxpayers. But for those participating in the boycott, that doesn’t change what they see as deeper systemic issues — like underpaid workers, destruction of small businesses, and influence over political decisions that shape our economic system.
And this isn’t an isolated event. Upcoming protests are also targeting other major brands like Amazon, Target, and McDonald’s over similar concerns. These consumer-led movements are building momentum. Whether or not one agrees with the tactics, it’s clear that people are using their wallets to send a message.
So if you’re wondering why you’re hearing so much buzz about Walmart this week, now you know. It’s not just about shopping — it’s about principle. And for many, it’s about reclaiming the power of choice in a system that too often feels rigged.
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