Here is my suggestion to Occupy Austin and the other groups. First, I will be clear that I am not following the movement as much as I would like to, so I am not sure if anyone else has suggested this course of action. Knowing the Universe, I am sure it’s in the minds of many people, and someone else is also suggesting it. Regardless, if this is followed, I believe it will make a major impact and give the organization more clout and a larger voice.
Each participant should take two pledges as this time, both are outlined below:
1- Do not spend money on any product or service from a large corporation this Holiday season starting immediately and through the end of the year. Instead, spend money with the smaller businesses and corporations. This goes for everything you would make a purchase for.
2- Pledge that when a product you have purchased from a large corporation expires, falls apart or simply is not of use anymore, the pledge will shop at a smaller business or corporation.
Finally, the “Occupy” groups need to be clear on what constitutes a large corporation. Once that is officially determined, then a list should be created and distributed to help everyone fully understand who the target is beyond Wall Street and government.
By doing this, corporations will fully understand Occupies commitment and strength. Things will begin to change. Change is what the movement is about and NOW is the time.
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