Social Activism and Political Clout
Episode Description
New Wharton research examines the delicate balancing act among corporations, politicians and social activists. More: http://knlg.net/1XuBXY8 📂 Public Policy 🏷️ Research
Brief Summary
Mary Hunter McDonald discusses how social activism disrupts corporate influence on politicians, revealing significant financial impacts and the role of media attention.
Key points
- Surprising Findings on Campaign Contributions. Mary shares unexpected results regarding politicians refunding campaign contributions from corporations.
- The Impact of Boycotts on Corporations. Mary's research reveals that boycotts significantly disrupt corporate access to political influence.
- The Role of Media Attention in Activism. The research finds that media attention amplifies the impact of boycotts on corporations.
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Episode highlights
- Surprising Findings on Campaign ContributionsMary shares unexpected results regarding politicians refunding campaign contributions from corporations.“Many politicians actually will reject and refund problematic contributions from corporate PACs.”1:46Jun 16, 2016
- The Impact of Boycotts on CorporationsMary's research reveals that boycotts significantly disrupt corporate access to political influence.“Being boycotted is associated with increased refunded campaign contributions.”2:46Jun 16, 2016
- The Role of Media Attention in ActivismThe research finds that media attention amplifies the impact of boycotts on corporations.“Media attention is the lifeblood of activism.”6:29Jun 16, 2016
Tension
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