Is the Target Boycott Really Effective?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I've largely been avoiding current events or limiting myself just to headlines. what did Target do?

They removed their diversity, equity, and inclusion policies after making a big show for years of having them.

I've started shopping at Costo instead. Their board decided to keep their DEI policies, but the Trump admin is trying to bully companies into getting rid of them.

OP

Costco is a unicorn. Most companies are doing these initiatives in a performative way. I don't like Target and hardly ever shop there, but I'm not sure why THAT business decision of all things is upsetting considering they have much better practices for their employees than so many companies out there who might just sell pride merch to seem like do gooders.

Costco stock is also doing gangbusters and the company is seeing recorded profits. Hmm almost like there's a connection there.

[Anonymous]

I’m boycotting for now. Shopping more local and online (that’s also not Amazon).

Women control the pocketbook in this country and DEI helps women.

[Anonymous]

https://www.cnn.com/2025/02/27/us/black-consumers-boycotts-dei-target/index.html

[Anonymous]

We'll find out when the quarter 1 report comes out

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I've largely been avoiding current events or limiting myself just to headlines. what did Target do?

They removed their diversity, equity, and inclusion policies after making a big show for years of having them.

I've started shopping at Costo instead. Their board decided to keep their DEI policies, but the Trump admin is trying to bully companies into getting rid of them.

OP

I wasn't aware of this, thanks for posting. I can shop at Target again!

Tell your Black friends, they will be thrilled for you!

I will! They will be happy to start shopping there again too!

Well, considering Target is backing away from Black-owned products (like hair care), probably not. Nice try.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I've largely been avoiding current events or limiting myself just to headlines. what did Target do?

They removed their diversity, equity, and inclusion policies after making a big show for years of having them.

I've started shopping at Costo instead. Their board decided to keep their DEI policies, but the Trump admin is trying to bully companies into getting rid of them.

OP

Costco is a unicorn. Most companies are doing these initiatives in a performative way. I don't like Target and hardly ever shop there, but I'm not sure why THAT business decision of all things is upsetting considering they have much better practices for their employees than so many companies out there who might just sell pride merch to seem like do gooders.

Costco stock is also doing gangbusters and the company is seeing recorded profits. Hmm almost like there's a connection there.

The connection is that they don't publicize their social positions through the merchandise they carry. Target did, and suffered for it. Costco is just Costco, with no apparent political dimension or messaging in the products they offer. Few Costco shoppers are likely attuned to the company's political leanings. They just want an inexpensive hot dog from the food court.

[Anonymous]

I am starting to run out of places to shop. Trying to avoid Amazon and Walmart. Just ordered something from Target because they're not Amazon or Walmart. Where the hell does one go for stuff that isn't really available in stores readily?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I am starting to run out of places to shop. Trying to avoid Amazon and Walmart. Just ordered something from Target because they're not Amazon or Walmart. Where the hell does one go for stuff that isn't really available in stores readily?

I've just started doing without, if it isn't an immediate need. Mostly I shop at a local grocery store or Costco, and just supplement with Target.

Sometimes I look on eBay and can find items from individual sellers, but that's better if you are willing to buy pre owned items.

But I am also hunkering down and trying to save money overall, as well as supporting boycotts. Buying something from Target if you need to is fine, just cut back.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I've largely been avoiding current events or limiting myself just to headlines. what did Target do?

They removed their diversity, equity, and inclusion policies after making a big show for years of having them.

I've started shopping at Costo instead. Their board decided to keep their DEI policies, but the Trump admin is trying to bully companies into getting rid of them.

OP

Sold my Amazon stock, bought Costco. I am hoping for a split this year even if it’s unlikely.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I've largely been avoiding current events or limiting myself just to headlines. what did Target do?

They removed their diversity, equity, and inclusion policies after making a big show for years of having them.

I've started shopping at Costo instead. Their board decided to keep their DEI policies, but the Trump admin is trying to bully companies into getting rid of them.

OP

Costco is a unicorn. Most companies are doing these initiatives in a performative way. I don't like Target and hardly ever shop there, but I'm not sure why THAT business decision of all things is upsetting considering they have much better practices for their employees than so many companies out there who might just sell pride merch to seem like do gooders.

Costco stock is also doing gangbusters and the company is seeing recorded profits. Hmm almost like there's a connection there.

The connection is that they don't publicize their social positions through the merchandise they carry. Target did, and suffered for it. Costco is just Costco, with no apparent political dimension or messaging in the products they offer. Few Costco shoppers are likely attuned to the company's political leanings. They just want an inexpensive hot dog from the food court.

Wrong. Costco's support for DEI has been all over social media. People are being funny on target posts and saying they'll be shopping at Costco. Several liberal friends told me they bought Costco stocks in the last month. Get out of your bubble.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I've largely been avoiding current events or limiting myself just to headlines. what did Target do?

They removed their diversity, equity, and inclusion policies after making a big show for years of having them.

I've started shopping at Costo instead. Their board decided to keep their DEI policies, but the Trump admin is trying to bully companies into getting rid of them.

OP

Costco is a unicorn. Most companies are doing these initiatives in a performative way. I don't like Target and hardly ever shop there, but I'm not sure why THAT business decision of all things is upsetting considering they have much better practices for their employees than so many companies out there who might just sell pride merch to seem like do gooders.

Costco stock is also doing gangbusters and the company is seeing recorded profits. Hmm almost like there's a connection there.

The connection is that they don't publicize their social positions through the merchandise they carry. Target did, and suffered for it. Costco is just Costco, with no apparent political dimension or messaging in the products they offer. Few Costco shoppers are likely attuned to the company's political leanings. They just want an inexpensive hot dog from the food court.

Wrong. Costco's support for DEI has been all over social media. People are being funny on target posts and saying they'll be shopping at Costco. Several liberal friends told me they bought Costco stocks in the last month. Get out of your bubble.

Costco also pays a living wage. It’s the stock that Jesus would own.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I've largely been avoiding current events or limiting myself just to headlines. what did Target do?

They removed their diversity, equity, and inclusion policies after making a big show for years of having them.

I've started shopping at Costo instead. Their board decided to keep their DEI policies, but the Trump admin is trying to bully companies into getting rid of them.

OP

Costco is a unicorn. Most companies are doing these initiatives in a performative way. I don't like Target and hardly ever shop there, but I'm not sure why THAT business decision of all things is upsetting considering they have much better practices for their employees than so many companies out there who might just sell pride merch to seem like do gooders.

Costco stock is also doing gangbusters and the company is seeing recorded profits. Hmm almost like there's a connection there.

The connection is that they don't publicize their social positions through the merchandise they carry. Target did, and suffered for it. Costco is just Costco, with no apparent political dimension or messaging in the products they offer. Few Costco shoppers are likely attuned to the company's political leanings. They just want an inexpensive hot dog from the food court.

Wrong. Costco's support for DEI has been all over social media. People are being funny on target posts and saying they'll be shopping at Costco. Several liberal friends told me they bought Costco stocks in the last month. Get out of your bubble.

No, the social media commentary has been only very recent, and also limited to liberal echo chamber sites like thiss one. I am confident few Costco shoppers have any idea what the corporation's political positions are. As awareness grows, the impact may be felt - it takes time for awareness to spread.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I've largely been avoiding current events or limiting myself just to headlines. what did Target do?

They removed their diversity, equity, and inclusion policies after making a big show for years of having them.

I've started shopping at Costo instead. Their board decided to keep their DEI policies, but the Trump admin is trying to bully companies into getting rid of them.

OP

Costco is a unicorn. Most companies are doing these initiatives in a performative way. I don't like Target and hardly ever shop there, but I'm not sure why THAT business decision of all things is upsetting considering they have much better practices for their employees than so many companies out there who might just sell pride merch to seem like do gooders.

Costco stock is also doing gangbusters and the company is seeing recorded profits. Hmm almost like there's a connection there.

The connection is that they don't publicize their social positions through the merchandise they carry. Target did, and suffered for it. Costco is just Costco, with no apparent political dimension or messaging in the products they offer. Few Costco shoppers are likely attuned to the company's political leanings. They just want an inexpensive hot dog from the food court.

Wrong. Costco's support for DEI has been all over social media. People are being funny on target posts and saying they'll be shopping at Costco. Several liberal friends told me they bought Costco stocks in the last month. Get out of your bubble.

NP- People are paying attention because of Target, not the other way around. Most people are not in a bubble of care about this: they go about their shopping and are not on social media talking about companies!

[Anonymous]

My insurance makes me use CVS pharmacy. The only CVS pharmacy where I live is inside of Target. Each time I've been to pick up meds, the store has been SO empty.

I've never been able to pull into the Target parking lot at noon on Saturday and park in the first or second parking stop right by the doors. I've done that twice this month.

[Anonymous]

I don’t shop at Target because I find it annoying they don’t staff their stores and they lock everything up. Then, they are bowing down to this administration. Any desire for convenience has dwindled due to their lack of spine.