USA : Boycott the Red
- Grocery Stores & Supermarkets
❌ Avoid:
Publix (Florida) – Founders' family members have donated to Trump and right-wing causes. Kroger (Ohio) – Has faced backlash for cutting DEI programs and donating to anti-LGBTQ+ politicians. Walmart (Arkansas) – Major donor to conservative politicians.
✅ Alternatives:
Trader Joe’s (California) Costco (Washington)
- Coffee & Beverages
❌ Avoid:
Chick-fil-A (Georgia) – Known for funding anti-LGBTQ+ organizations. Starbucks (Washington) – Has scaled back DEI programs and faced union-busting controversies. Keurig Dr Pepper (Texas) – Parent company has contributed to conservative PACs.
✅ Alternatives:
Peet’s Coffee (California) Blue Bottle Coffee (California) Local independent coffee roasters
- Household & Toiletries
❌ Avoid:
Procter & Gamble (P&G) (Ohio) – Conservative donations and lobbying. SC Johnson (Wisconsin) – Contributed to right-wing PACs.
✅ Alternatives:
Seventh Generation (Vermont) – Sustainable, DEI-friendly cleaning and household products. Dr. Bronner’s (California) – Ethical and organic toiletries. Public Goods (New York) – Eco-friendly alternative for household goods.
- Fast Food & Restaurants
❌ Avoid:
McDonald’s (Illinois) – History of supporting right-wing PACs. Wendy’s (Ohio) – CEO is a known Trump supporter. Papa John’s (Kentucky) – Former CEO made racist remarks and supported Trump.
✅ Alternatives:
In-N-Out Burger (California) Local restaurants & food trucks
- Entertainment & Streaming
❌ Avoid:
WWE (World Wrestling Entertainment) (Connecticut) – Co-founder Linda McMahon served in Trump’s cabinet. Spotify (Sweden, but includes conservative-backed podcasts without regulation). AMC Theatres (Kansas) – CEO has supported conservative causes.
✅ Alternatives:
Netflix (California) Hulu (California) A24 Films (New York) – Independent, progressive film studio.
- Clothing & Retail
❌ Avoid:
Hobby Lobby (Oklahoma) – Known for conservative religious policies. Bass Pro Shops / Cabela’s (Missouri) – CEO donated to Trump. Carhartt (Michigan) – Some backlash over union disputes
. ✅ Alternatives:
Patagonia (California) – Strong DEI and sustainability commitments. Everlane (California) – Ethical fashion brand.
- Cars & Auto Services
❌ Avoid:
Toyota (Texas) – Pulled back on DEI efforts. Chevrolet (GM) (Michigan) – Conservative donations in the past.
✅ Alternatives:
Volvo (Sweden) Subaru (Japan) – Known for progressive policies and LGBTQ+ support. Hyundai (South Korea)
Edit: thank you everyone who has contributed their input. I’m going to get working on getting this onto a sheet with more additions. I really appreciate the comments.