Boycott
A boycott is a form of protest in which people refuse to buy, use, or participate in something as a way of expressing their disapproval or frustration. It is a form of economic pressure that is used to encourage a change in policy or behavior. Boycotts are often used to protest against a company, organization, or government, but they can also be used to protest against an individual or group of people.
History of the Term
The term “boycott” was first used in 1880 by an Irish landowner named Charles Cunningham Boycott. He was the target of a campaign of ostracism organized by the Irish Land League, which was protesting against his refusal to reduce rents. The campaign was so successful that the term “boycott” was soon adopted to describe similar campaigns of economic pressure.
Comparisons
| Boycott | Strike |
|---|---|
| Refusal to buy, use, or participate in something | Refusal to work |
| Used to protest against a company, organization, or government | Used to protest against an employer |
| Organized by individuals or groups | Organized by unions or workers |
Summary
A boycott is a form of protest in which people refuse to buy, use, or participate in something as a way of expressing their disapproval or frustration. It is a form of economic pressure that is used to encourage a change in policy or behavior. The term “boycott” was first used in 1880 by an Irish landowner named Charles Cunningham Boycott. For more information about boycotts, visit websites such as the American Civil Liberties Union, Amnesty International, and the National Consumer League.
See Also
- Divestment
- Sanctions
- Embargo
- Strike
- Sit-in
- Picketing
- Civil Disobedience
- Non-cooperation
- Economic Sanctions
- Economic Boycott
