Readers Say More than 650 voted: Readers split on joining the anti-ICE ‘National Shutdown’ Some readers say anti-ICE shutdown is a meaningful way to push back. Others call it unrealistic or ineffective for people juggling work, school, and bills. (Photo by Thibaud MORITZ / AFP via Getty Images)Ahead of Friday’s planned “National Shutdown,” Boston.com asked readers whether they plan to take part in the anti-ICE call to action urging people to skip work, school, and shopping. A separate event is also planned for Friday at 3:30 p.m. in Copley Square as part of the “National Shutdown.”Advertisement:So, are readers joining Friday’s “shutdown” — or going about their day as usual? Responses came in from over 650 readers, and were mostly split between those planning to join by skipping work (12%), school (5%), or shopping (31%) versus not participating (52%).