On February 28, 2025, a call for an economic boycott swept across social media—an attempt to showcase the power of Black dollars by refusing to spend for just one day. The movement, intended to raise awareness of systemic injustices, quickly became a lightning rod for debate—not just among racial lines, but within the Black community itself.
While some see this as a starting point for something bigger, others, like David L. Thrower, aka DJ Chuck T, call it a reflection of a sad reality—one he dubs "The Great Regression."
"How did we boycott for over a year in the '60s, but now we can only do one day in 2025? It’s sad 😢 and funny 🤣 at the same time."
That sentiment hit home for many, sparking passionate responses from both Black and White communities.
🚌 From Montgomery to 2025: Have We Lost Our Power?
Historically, the Montgomery Bus Boycott began as a one-day protest, much like today’s effort. But that one day turned into 13 months of unwavering discipline, leading to the desegregation of public transportation and marking one of the most effective economic protests in history.
Ivonna B. Richardson, commenting under Chuck T’s post, drew the perfect analogy:
"If a person wants to lose 40lbs…they would have to lose 1, 5, 10 before getting to their ultimate goal. Starting with day one is the only way to make a change. I’m hopeful that the one-day boycott could grow into a larger movement."
It’s a fair point—every movement starts with a single step. But will today’s boycott gain the traction needed to evolve into real, long-term economic power? Or is it proof that we, as a community, have lost our ability to unify?
🔥 The Great Divide: Are We Our Own Worst Enemy?
One of the biggest takeaways from today’s movement wasn’t just whether the boycott worked, but the deep fractures within the Black community itself.
"Biggest problem as Black people… we don’t come together like other races. It’s more like THE GREAT DIVIDE!" – Ivonna B. Richardson
She’s not wrong. While other communities operate with collective economics, supporting their businesses and investing in their own, Black consumers remain among the most powerful spending groups in the world—but rarely with each other.
👉🏾 How can we demand change when we won’t even change our own spending habits?👉🏾 Why do so many refuse to support unless they’re in the spotlight?👉🏾 Can we really push for economic liberation when egos block every attempt at unity?
The "Great Regression" isn’t just about whether we can commit to a boycott—it’s about whether we even believe in our collective strength anymore.
👀 Black Dollars, White Reactions: What’s the Bigger Picture?
While many White allies acknowledge the economic power of Black consumers, there’s also a growing apathy toward movements like this. Why? Because one-day protests don’t threaten real power structures.
A day without spending isn’t enough to shake the foundation of corporations that thrive on Black dollars.A week? A month? Now that’s a different story.
💡 Imagine what would happen if Black people boycotted every major corporation for 30 days. Would companies start reconsidering how they market, hire, and invest in Black communities? Probably.
But as it stands today, many see this one-day effort as symbolic at best—and proof that the Black community, despite its massive economic power, still lacks the collective commitment to sustain real financial resistance.
🚨 What’s Next? More Than a Trend or a Hashtag
The real question isn’t whether today’s boycott worked—it’s whether this is the first step toward something greater, or just another hashtag moment that fades away by tomorrow.
🔥 Call to Action:
If you truly want change:✅ Support Black businesses DAILY—not just for a boycott.✅ Stop waiting for a “leader” and BE the movement.✅ Use your wallet like a ballot—every dollar you spend is a vote.
Because in "The Great Regression," it’s not the system holding us back—it’s our own inability to commit to the long fight.
💬 What do YOU think? Can today’s boycott lead to real change, or is this proof that we’re stuck in "The Great Regression?" Drop your thoughts below. ⬇️
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