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Millions are protesting – but boycotts might be key to changing government policies

Millions are protesting – but boycotts might be key to changing government policies

History suggests that boycotts are uniquely suited to expand public participation enough to spur political change.

26.03.2026 6

The Conversation

Lisa Schirch

Protests coupled with boycotts tend to be most effective at making governments change policies

Protests coupled with boycotts tend to be most effective at making governments change policies

History suggests that boycotts are uniquely suited to expand public participation enough to spur political change.

26.03.2026 9

The Conversation

Lisa Schirch

Social media can support or undermine democracy – it comes down to how it’s designed

Social media design influences human behavior, and the Big Tech platforms use it to boost profits – and their owners’ political agendas. Some...

07.07.2025 7

The Conversation

Lisa Schirch