The Amazon boycott paradox: why escape is almost impossible
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Andrew Griffin argues that boycotting Amazon is nearly impossible because the internet and modern shopping are deeply intertwined with Amazon’s services and ecosystem; even with conscious avoidance, Amazon’s reach through third-party sellers, cloud services, and network effects keeps it embedded in daily life, illustrating how hard it is to exit the online world.
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