Reaganaut Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 This is a personal boycott that I have put in effect for my family members who deluge me every year with Redskins calenders, banners, clocks, fleece pull overs, pro-bowl jerseys, leather jackets, socks, pencil holders... and this is just what I see looking around my office at this moment. I have told everyone that they can buy me Capitals and Wizards gear from now on out. This is PERMANENT. If I want Redskins gear from now on, I will buy it myself. (Fat chance) This is a way you can have a financial impact that goes WAY beyond just what you spend. My family and friends spend probably $500 a year on Redskins gear for me. I buy a couple hundred dollars a year of Redskins gear myself in gifts for family and friends. NO MAS! There are a hundred thousand members of Extremeskins. If ten thousand fans decided to do the same as me, that's $5,000,000 dollars that will be going to Ted Leonsis who has been taking big losses on the Capitals in order to build a winning team and Abe Pollin who has recovered from the Michael Jordan debacle to have a much better team. I know everyone wants to boycott the Redskins now. The reason I am starting my own personal boycott against the Redskins is their abridgement of fan freedoms in FedEx Field. This facility is not a night club with bouncers. It is a facility that has received public assistance and is served by a Metro station which was publicly funded. (It'd be really nice if some local retailers would offer discounts on Caps and Wizards gear if people turned in their Skins gear.) Here is another link to join a boycott of Federal Express for abridgement of First Amendment rights at FedEx Field: http://www.boycottowl.com/Federal+Express/44 http://www.con-suming.com/Keys_of_successful_boycott.htm Conscientious Consuming: Keys to a Successful Organized Boycott A Clear Issue Monroe Friedman, writing in the Journal of Social Issues, states "successful boycotts tended to be cognitively simple and emotionally appealing." This is perhaps best illustrated in the case of the boycott of canned tuna. The premise is simple and emotional: why do fishermen need to kill dolphins to make canned tuna? (Remember Flipper, the frolicking dolphin that played with children?) Just as it’s important to communicate the reasons for the boycott to the public, it’s just as important to communicate the reasons for the boycott to the boycotted company. In some cases, when the companies were presented good reasons to change their behavior (the threat of a boycott and its negative publicity), they changed it. A Visible Target Companies that sell consumer products are very sensitive to their corporate image. The negative publicity associated with a boycott (or threat of a boycott) can effect a company’s image in addition to its sales. The Rainforest Action Network initiated a boycott against Burger King for purchasing beef that was raised in destroyed rain forests. According to the Rainforest Action Network, the protests conducted at the restaurants and the associated negative publicity were particularly effect in changing Burger King’s use of "rainforest beef." Clear Alternatives to the Boycotted Product In the Burger King case consumers had clear alternatives – McDonald’s, Wendy’s, etc. Boycott organizers are wise to make sure that the companies being boycotted know that consumers are not just boycotting them, but also supporting their competitors! Visibility of Violations Because successful boycotts rely on damaging both the sales and image of the offending company, the visibility of violations is important. The more visible violations and violators are, the more public pressure can be applied. Animal rights activists are against the manufacture of animal fur clothing. Stores that sell fur coats are visible and natural targets for boycotts. In addition, people that wear fur coats have been the recipients of public scorn. In this case, because of the nature of the product, not only the seller but also the consumer has their public image effected negatively by the boycotted product. The opportunity to boycott both the producer and consumer of a product can greatly increase the effectiveness of a boycott. Other products, such as products that are not publicly purchased or consumed, are be more difficult to boycott effectively. An Organized Effort It is not uncommon for a boycott to take years to be successful. In many cases like-minded individuals have created nonprofit organizations to further their causes. This can make it easier to gather funding, create educational materials, receive publicity and promote their cause. Today, the Internet and this web site give consumers additional opportunities to organize. Why Boycotts Work The bottom line is that companies survive on consumer dollars. The power consumers have is their dollars and the influence they exert comes from their consumer choices. If a company realizes that their conduct or actions are costing them dollars in sales or profits, they will change them. 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Catatonic Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 Yep, all my fan money goes to Caps gear now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superozman Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 Yep, all my fan money goes to Caps gear now. That place was PACKED Tuesday, and the crowd - wow. I'll tell you what, that team has a loyal fan base. I even feel it was a louder more ruckus (?) crowd than last years game against the Flyers, and that was later in the season. I don't think i've ever seen that many of the same jersey in one building, ever (8). To those Skins fans who want a winning team, and you don't want to root for the Flyers (), i'd say go Caps. Cause they know how to build a team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkinnyZeke83 Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 I do love me some Caps!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandon Lloyd Christmas Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 i already made my family well aware, no skins stuff for xmas. this should be a given for every skins fan this christmas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hail_Skinz Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 My youngest son grew out of Portis jersey and my father insisted on buying him a new Cooley jersey for his birthday next month. I kindly reminded him that we wouldn't be attending games or purchasing any Skins merchandise. Needless, to say...my son ended up with pretty cool remote control R2-D2! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reaganaut Posted October 29, 2009 Author Share Posted October 29, 2009 i already made my family well aware, no skins stuff for xmas. this should be a given for every skins fan this christmas. That must have hurt BLC... Let's pray and hope that the midget dictator has a bad Christmas this year. (Except that he is NOT a Christian, so I have to say Holiday Season.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reaganaut Posted October 29, 2009 Author Share Posted October 29, 2009 My youngest son grew out of Portis jersey and my father insisted on buying him a new Cooley jersey for his birthday next month. I kindly reminded him that we wouldn't be attending games or purchasing any Skins merchandise. Needless, to say...my son ended up with pretty cool remote control R2-D2! Get him an Ovechkin or a Butler jersey. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roger waters Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 I told my parents this a week ago, I always get a few things for Christmas. When the regime is changed I'll buy double next year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandon Lloyd Christmas Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 That must have hurt BLC... Let's pray and hope that the midget dictator has a bad Christmas this year. yeah, its a bummer, but i gotta do it. im not giving him anymore of my money or wanting my family to spend money on me that he receives. screw that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reaganaut Posted October 29, 2009 Author Share Posted October 29, 2009 I told my parents this a week ago, I always get a few things for Christmas. When the regime is changed I'll buy double next year. Get an Ovechkin or an Arenas jersey from them. Support your local teams with the exception of the Federal Express Redskins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark The Homer Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 My family can't buy me any Redskins stuff. I already have everything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boss_Hogg Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 That place was PACKED Tuesday, and the crowd - wow. I'll tell you what, that team has a loyal fan base. I even feel it was a louder more ruckus (?) crowd than last years game against the Flyers, and that was later in the season.I don't think i've ever seen that many of the same jersey in one building, ever (8). To those Skins fans who want a winning team, and you don't want to root for the Flyers (), i'd say go Caps. Cause they know how to build a team. where was the fan base when the capitals were lousy? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NattyBo1985 Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 Yep, I told the Wife not to get me any Skins gear until further notice. I needed more DC United gear anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocky21 Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 I've already scratched a Redskins t-shirt, lottery tickets and EZ Up off my Christmas list. The boycott is officially ON. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ECU-ALUM Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 I told my family that a couple of weeks ago as well. I'm not much of a Hockey fan but I may have to start following the Caps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D'KanSkinFan Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 Nope, not me. I love me some Redskins Looks like this board is being invaded by fans of other sports and other football teams - which apparently are enjoying spreading further fuel to the fire of discontent with our team. IMO;) - So..........I buyin' Redskins gear.......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D'Pablo Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 Not only will I not be purchasing any Redskins gear during the season, but I'm also planning to boycott any corporate sponsors of the skins, notably FedEx, Papa John's, and Popeyes (a tough one for me). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WSHRedskins3ATLBraves3 Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 I'll be doing this too. No more $$$ for you $nyder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hailtotheskins69 Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 Same here. I usually get at least a few Redskins presents, but not this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark The Homer Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 The real test will be next February - assuming we are still in our death spiral. How many of you will throw your season ticket invoice in the trash? That's the real question, I think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
herb mul-key Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 ya I am telling all the grandparents etc. who usually get my kids some skins stuff not to...F Dan Snyda...sell the team Dan! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Clark Fan Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 Im thinking of protesting outside the Redskins merchandise stores. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dallsux Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 Love my Caps. Been a Caps fan all my life. I don't have a whole lot of Caps gear...I do have some, but more will definitely be on the way. I'm with the OP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Braxford Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 No more Skins stuff for me for a while. I am still rocking an old Skins hat from the Norv an Gus years and you know what while it is not really burgandy anymore it still works for me. snyder thinks we will keep supporting his lunacy. I wil always support the team but he will not get anymore of my money until he proves to me he has changed if he can. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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