Neil Young Urges Boycott of Trump-Supporting Companies, Criticizes Apple and Verizon
After years of activism, Neil Young has intensified his boycott efforts against companies he perceives as supporting Donald Trump. Notably, he has targeted Apple and Verizon, both of which he claims back the Trump administration financially.
Neil Young’s Call for Boycotts
Young, well-known for his music and social activism, announced his latest boycott initiative via a post on Neil Young Archives. In his message, he emphasized his intention to sever ties with Trump-supporting corporations. This announcement reflects a continuation of his previous actions, which included leaving Facebook and Amazon Music. His departure from these platforms stemmed from various concerns, including the influence of chatbots on children and Bezos’s political affiliations.
Reasons for the Boycotts
In his recent statement, Young expressed frustration over the financial contributions these companies make to political causes he opposes. He referred specifically to:
- Verizon: Young noted that he cannot use Verizon services, labeling the company as a supporter of Trump.
- Apple: He criticized Apple for its connections to the Trump administration and vowed to avoid future upgrades.
Young pointed out the need to reassess his choices, reconsidering even his reliance on his Apple computer, which he acknowledged was already paid for. He stated, “No more upgrades! That feeds Apple.”
Future Plans
In light of his commitment to the boycott, Young is exploring alternatives, such as switching to T-Mobile. He sees T-Mobile as a company that does not support the Trump administration. Young aims to cut off financial support to any corporation he believes funds policies leading to violence and injustice in America.
Young’s Broader Activism
This boycott is not the first chapter in Young’s legacy of activism. He previously gifted his music catalog to Greenland in the midst of political tensions involving Trump. Furthermore, he has been vocal about issues related to immigration enforcement and the impact of corporate politics on society.
As Neil Young navigates these complex issues, he remains dedicated to his values and to encouraging his followers to do the same, continuing to challenge corporations that support political agendas he opposes.
