Minnesota Residents Launch Nationwide Target Boycott Over DEI Rollback
The nationwide boycott of Target stores, launched on February 1, 2025, has garnered significant attention in response to the corporation’s decision to cut its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies.
Target Faces Possible National Boycott Over DEI Rollback: 'Putting Profits And Politics Over People'
"We remain focused on driving our business by creating a sense of belonging for our team, guests and communities through a commitment to inclusion," Target said in a statement announcing the change. "Belonging for all is an essential part of our team and culture, helping fuel consumer relevance and business results."
Target Faces Boycott After Becoming Latest U.S. Company to Ban DEI Initiatives
Civil rights groups have announced a boycott of Target stores across the U.S. beginning on February 1, after the retail giant said it would end diversity, equity and inclusion, or DEI, initiatives aimed at promoting and hiring more women and people from protected minority groups.
Activists call for boycott of Target following rollback of DEI initiatives
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision​ to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Should You Boycott Target Over DEI Cuts? Internet Divided
"There is a big difference between taking a stand through a keyboard threatening a boycott and taking stand through a wallet and actually engaging in a boycott."
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Op-Ed: Should You Boycott Target Over DEI Roll Backs?
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Civil rights activists call for Target boycott after DEI rollback
Civil rights activists are pushing for a nationwide boycott of Target over its decision to phase out its DEI initiatives.
Target misses with rollback of DEI
I’m so mad at Target right now that I don’t know when — or if — I’ll ever step back inside one again now that the discount retailer has announced a rollback back of its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
Target Sued Over DEI
Target shareholders are suing the company for failing to predict the backlash to its diversity program. Newsweek sought email comment from Target on Tuesday. The case stems from a major consumer backlash against Target's Diversity,
Target sued for defrauding shareholders about DEI
Target has been sued for allegedly concealing the risks of its diversity initiatives, leading to a backlash that caused the stock price to plummet.
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Protesters Boycott Target Over Halted Diversity and Equity Initiatives, Seek Alternative Retailers
Protesters boycott Target over ending DEI programs, citing it as a betrayal to minorities and the LGBT community.
Activists call for Target boycott after retailer backs away from diversity programs
Civil rights activists gathered outside Target's headquarters to call for a boycott of the retailing giant over its decision ...
Black-owned brands warn lefty Target boycott over DEI reversal could actually hurt their businesses
Critics are calling for shoppers to boycott Target over its DEI policy reversal – but black-owned brands are asking customers ...
New Birth pastor joins calls for 40-day boycott of Target in impassioned defense of DEI
Pastor Dr. Jamal Bryant made the call in his sermon Sunday, highlighting Target's DEI rollback and saying the retailer had ...
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Civil rights activists call for a Target boycott after retailer backs away from diversity programs
Target, which long was viewed as a strong advocate for the rights of Black and LGBTQ+ people, did not immediately respond to a request for comment Thursday on the call for a boycott.
Pastor Jamal Bryant Wants 100,000 Black People To Join 40-Day Fast Against Target
New Birth Pastor, Jamal Bryant, has called for a 40-day fast from Target over its DEI cutbacks, encouraging 100k Black people ...
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Metro Atlanta pastor calls for Target ‘fast’ from Black community after company erases DEI policy
Dr. Jamal Bryant is calling for the Black community to boycott the major retailer after it recently eliminated its DEI policy ...
‘Sorry Tarjay’: Target shopper shows what her store looks like amid backlash over recent policy change
A Target shopper notices carts full of returns lined up in the store's aisles, which may be a response to recent DEI policy ...