Walmart is facing a week-long boycott, "Walmart Blackout," organized by People’s Union USA over DEI rollbacks and tax policies. Walmart defends its community contributions and economic impact, citing significant tax payments and charitable donations. Data suggests Walmart is more resilient to boycotts compared to Target, which experienced a larger impact from similar protests.
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