WASHINGTON – Ahead of tonight’s hearings on the January 6th Insurrection, a new poll finds that business leaders are deeply concerned about the risks to American democracy.
The new research by Morning Consult on behalf of the Business & Democracy Initiative shows the business community wants to be active in protecting American democracy, and their customers will support them. The results show:
In the aftermath of the January 6th insurrection, business leaders took unprecedented steps to condemn the attack and use their unique and powerful voice to support democratic institutions.
It has never been more important for businesses to step up to protect democracy and their ability to exercise their corporate values freely. Over the last year, there has been a rising trend of retaliation against companies like Walt Disney, when they have taken public stances that run counter to the views of the state’s elected leaders. There have been similar cases in states like Georgia and Texas. A troubling trend given that political retribution is a tool of autocrats, not leaders of the world’s proudest democracy.
The new research shows that business leaders are more determined than ever to protect American democracy, because a strong economy requires a strong democracy.
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About the Business & Democracy Initiative
We are a partnership of business leaders dedicated to protecting our elections and rebuilding trust in democratic institutions, because we know that a strong democracy is the cornerstone of a dynamic and inclusive American economy. The Business & Democracy Initiative's founding partners are top business leaders and advocates: the Black Economic Alliance, the Leadership Now Project, and Public Private Strategies. We engage stakeholders across all levels of business to advocate for reforms that strengthen our democracy. As the health and stability of American democracy continue to be under serious threat, the business community is a critical voice in the fight to preserve our free, open, and democratic system. Learn more about the Initiative at businessanddemocracy.org.