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Le boycott: French customers shun McDonald’s, Coca Cola and Tesla to protest against Trump.
Le Boycott French Customers Reject American Brands Amid Rising Tensions In the bustling streets of Paris American fast food chains like McDonald’s and KFC continue to serve long queues of customers despite a growing call for a boycott of U.S. brands. The movement dubbed "le boycott" has gained traction in response to former U.S President Donald Trump's trade tariffs and his perceived anti-Europe rhetoric. The #BoycottUSA hashtag has gone viral sparking debates about consumer choices and political resistance. The push to shun American products stems from a broader frustration with Trump's aggressive trade policies and his stance on European relations. According to a recent poll featured on the front page of Libération over 60% of French citizens support the boycott with nearly one third actively avoiding American brands. The movement is particularly fueled by concerns over economic sovereignty European unity and resistance to what many view as an increasingly hostile U.S administration. Despite the growing sentiment the boycott faces challenges in practice. Major American franchises such as McDonald’s Coca Cola and Tesla still enjoy significant consumer demand. On Paris’s Grands Boulevards where high end boutiques meet popular fast food chains little evidence of the movement could be seen. French customers particularly teenagers and young adults express frustration at being unable to participate due to economic constraints.
By Adnan Rasheed11 months ago in The Swamp
It Should Require Hell Freezing Over Before A Third Term Trump Presidency Could Happen
One of the craziest ideas we have heard in the last decade was Donald Trump becoming President of the United States. But that was in 2016, when everyone doubted he could beat the seasoned politician, Hillary Clinton. He won the electoral college, becoming the 45th President of the United States. Who would have thought? The man famous for reality television and a stint with Vince McMahon's WWE that ended in Trump shaving his billionaire buddy's head was our president.
By Jason Ray Morton 11 months ago in The Swamp
When did we elect sadists and cowards into office?
I knew Trump 2.0 would be bad, but I didn’t expect America to turn into Hogwarts under Dolores Umbridge overnight. The new Trump administration is full of sycophants and sadistic loyalists. Congressional Republicans are following orders like they’re preparing for the Nuremberg trials. Meanwhile, Democrats are still in a state of shock and disbelief after they lost the election.
By Hayden Searcy12 months ago in The Swamp
There is more than meets the eye in El Salvador.
Pacific Ocean beaches, volcanoes, coffee farms, Mayan Ruins. There is more than meets the eye with El Salvador. Human rights violations, U.S. deportations, Venezuelans, "the world's coolest dictator," and an American King. Typically, when you search online for a Central American country, you get a bunch of images of beautiful beaches, jungles, and travel options. Right now, you get a bunch of political news stories about jails in El Salvador and where our self-declared king is threatening to send people. The new relationship between the United States and El Salvador marks a turning point in our history. This isn't just about jails and immigration policies. This is a clear indication of the direction we are headed in. We aren’t sailing into a storm. We're already in one, and we're hanging on for dear life.
By Hayden Searcy12 months ago in The Swamp
The Fire Alarm is going off. No one cares.
The fire alarm has been pulled. The alarm is going off. The lights are flashing. No one is panicking. No one is even paying attention to them. Smoke fills the air. The flames grow. We continue to go about our day as though the building isn’t on fire. It’s nothing more than annoying noise in the background. Maybe if we ignore it long enough, someone will shut it off.
By Hayden Searcyabout a year ago in The Swamp
"TAKE OUT THE NAZIS". Content Warning.
I created this concept in my brain today as I watched the news of tryanny n America. WHERE IS OUR HERO? I edited this short film four times, creating multiple tunes from dividing my prose into 4 parts. I had to express my disdain for people that are just kicking back saying, "What can we do" It's their government." NO, IT IS OUR GOVERNMENT, THE PEOPLE'S GOVERNMENT."
By Vicki Lawana Trusselli about a year ago in The Swamp
Women's Work Hidden by Patriarchy and Capitalism: Honoring Historical Craftsmanship Contributions
We exist in a time when the gender pay gap is expanding. Recent studies indicate that women earn less than men, and the pandemic has exacerbated the pay gap in various nations. This disparity continues because there are fewer women in high-paying leadership roles and because women predominantly work in lower-paying industries. Yet, there are even more subtle and harsh reasons contributing to the gender pay gap. Historically, women’s work has been undervalued, resulting in unequal pay for comparable jobs between genders. Although this practice is gradually decreasing, it still exists.
By Hridya Sharmaabout a year ago in The Swamp
