The Guardian article details how major sports team owners have made substantial contributions to Republican campaigns, with nearly 95% of funds directed toward Republican candidates and action committees. Given that such political donations support policies that are viewed as authoritarian and detrimental to democratic processes, this behavior is deeply concerning from an anti-fascist perspective.

US sports owners make huge political donations. Which party does your team’s give to?

The article details that Colorado Rockies owners, including Dick and Charlie Monfort, have made consistent and substantial donations to Republican candidates and PACs over the past decade. From an anti-fascist perspective, such financial support to political entities that may promote authoritarian policies is deeply concerning, resulting in a negative rating for political contributions and lobbying efforts.

Here’s how Colorado’s pro sports leaders donated to campaigns

By suspending political contributions after the Capitol riot, MLB (and by extension its member organizations like the Colorado Rockies) demonstrated a commendable reassessment of its financial support for political entities. This move is seen as a stand against bolstering political actors who may enable authoritarian policies, and it signals a positive shift in corporate political conduct.

MLB suspends political donations after DC riot