Insights

When companies get too involved in making the rules, it can hurt fair competition and democracy.

Now they need to help make them better for capitalism to survive

Companies should align their political actions with human rights and the rule of law to reduce risk and support long-term trust.

Align government affairs with ESG and sustainability goals to enable business as a force for good

Corporate Political Responsibility Taskforce leaders weigh in

Businesses must protect democracy by supporting fair rules and freedoms, even if it means less profit, to avoid harm to society and themselves.

Companies are rethinking political spending to reduce risks, restore trust, and align with employee, customer, and shareholder values.

Leading companies are reassessing political donations to avoid funding efforts that threaten democratic institutions, aiming to rebuild trust with employees, customers, and investors.

Microsoft, AT\&T, and others are pausing political donations to protect democracy and rebuild trust with stakeholders.

Many companies now realize their political spending often contradicts their public sustainability goals, and are working to better align political activities with their values to restore trust and support lasting systemic change.