American Oversight

American Oversight is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting government transparency and accountability. It conducts independent investigations, utilizes public records requests, and engages in research to hold public officials and institutions accountable.

CCI Score

71.94

-0.06% April 29

Latest Event

American Oversight Exposes Authoritarian Abuses in 2023

On December 20, 2023, American Oversight published a comprehensive report detailing its investigations into far-right attacks on education, election denial, biased historical narratives, and other authoritarian strategies. The report documents how state policies and actions, such as Florida's 'Stop WOKE Act' and politically motivated textbook restrictions, undermine democratic principles and marginalize vulnerable communities.

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American Oversight is currently rated as a Leader.

+45 to +100 CCI Score

Companies in this range actively lead the fight against authoritarianism by rejecting oppressive practices and championing democratic values. They implement robust policies, engage in transparent governance, and drive initiatives that set the standard for corporate responsibility.

Latest Events

DEC

20

2023

American Oversight Exposes Authoritarian Abuses in 2023
78.55

On December 20, 2023, American Oversight published a comprehensive report detailing its investigations into far-right attacks on education, election denial, biased historical narratives, and other authoritarian strategies. The report documents how state policies and actions, such as Florida's 'Stop WOKE Act' and politically motivated textbook restrictions, undermine democratic principles and marginalize vulnerable communities.
+90

Public and Political Behavior

March 29

American Oversight’s investigative work, which exposed authoritarian measures including censorship in education and attempts to whitewash history for partisan gains, plays a crucial role in promoting transparency and accountability. By unveiling these abuses of power, they help safeguard democratic processes and oppose fascist strategies, thus meriting a high positive score in Public and Political Behavior.

American Oversight’s Big Stories of 2023
APR

21

2023

American Oversight Exposes Renewed Corporate Funding for RAGA
65.33

Records obtained and published by American Oversight reveal that several major corporations renewed their financial support for the Republican Attorneys General Association (RAGA), a group linked to election denialism. This investigation highlights the re-embrace of controversial corporate funding practices following a period of distancing after the January 6 events.
+80

Public and Political Behavior

March 29

American Oversight’s investigative work in obtaining and releasing these records demonstrates a strong commitment to government transparency and political accountability. By exposing the return of corporate funds to RAGA—a group associated with election denialism—the organization reinforces anti-authoritarian values and challenges the complicity of powerful corporate actors in undermining democratic norms.

Records Highlight Corporations' Renewed Embrace of Republican AG Group