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National boycott brings Target ‘to its knees’

Days before the holiday shopping rush, civil rights leaders gathered in Minneapolis urging Minnesotans to continue the Target boycott. They argue the retailer rolled back its DEI commitments, harmed Black and immigrant communities, and is now relying on steep price cuts to recover from months of declining sales. Organizers say the boycott will continue until Target recommits to its racial equity promises made after George Floyd’s murder.

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Four reasons why Americans are still seeing empty shelves—with Christmas just around the corner

Walk into any U.S. store these days and you’re likely to see empty shelves. Shortages of virtually every type of product—from toilet paper and sneakers to pickup trucks and chicken —are showing up across the country. Looking for a book, bicycle, baby crib or boat? You may have to wait weeks or months longer than […]

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