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Explain It to Me
BDS and the history of the boycott
Nov 8, 2023
Jonquilyn Hill, host of The Weeds, sits down with Vox senior reporter Whizy Kim to explain the controversial BDS movement and with Cornell professor and author Lawrence B. Glickman to discuss the history and effectiveness of boycotts. They explore the core demands of BDS, the power of consumer activism, and the political nature of boycotts. They also touch on the Bud Light boycott and the evolution of Twitter.
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- Boycotts have a long history in the United States and can be effective in raising awareness and influencing public opinion.
- The BDS movement is a complex international campaign that aims to pressure Israel to change its policies towards Palestinian territories.
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The Power of Boycotts: Raising Political Consciousness and Collective Action
Boycotts have a long history in the United States and are primarily political in nature, aiming to raise awareness and change political consciousness. While most boycotts do not directly harm a company's bottom line, they can still be effective in bringing attention to an issue and influencing public opinion. Boycotts have been successful in creating local change, such as in the labor boycotts of the 1880s, as well as on a national scale, like the Montgomery bus boycott during the civil rights movement. However, the success of boycotts is not guaranteed, as they often face challenges in mobilizing enough consumers to impact a large company. Additionally, the effectiveness of a boycott can depend on external factors such as political climate and media attention. Despite the challenges, boycotts continue to be used as a tool for political activism and expressing collective dissent.
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