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11 posts
September 9, 2025
A new methodology to measure corporate influence on the rule of law reveals that national systems share common weaknesses in resisting corporate power.
January 27, 2025
Companies that engage in harmful practices threaten democracy by eroding trust in institutions. Left unchecked, their actions weaken citizen confidence, undermining the foundation of political systems
June 13, 2024
Do voluntary initiatives pave the way to mandatory legislation on human rights and sustainability or are they used to undermine its authority?
May 7, 2024
The food retailer Iceland has pledged it will give its customers a voice during the UK’s upcoming election. If that sounds like a good idea, then it could be that our democracy is in trouble.
January 15, 2024
The Peruvian mining city of Cerro de Pasco is highly polluted. The government and mining companies need to urgently deliver a restoration plan to address chronic health and environmental problems.
November 14, 2023
European policy makers have recently made milestone decisions about the control of vehicles’ pollution. Industry influence appears to be weakening protections that would benefit citizens.
October 18, 2023
Research on how to rebalance democracy and capitalism is much needed but a lack of collaboration among researchers is jeopardizing progress. That looks to be changing.
June 30, 2023
Ukraine will need huge international support in its recovery following the Russian invasion. Responsible business conduct must be central to the reconstruction effort.
