Danaher's lobbying activity, though modest in dollar terms, suggests an attempt to influence critical policy areas such as biotechnology and trade relationships. This kind of corporate political engagement can contribute to an environment where corporate interests override public welfare, aligning with authoritarian practices. Anti-fascist perspectives see such lobbying efforts as a threat to genuine democratic discourse, hence the negative score.

Lobbying Update: $180,000 of DANAHER CORPORATION lobbying was just disclosed

The disclosure of $60,000 in lobbying spending for an education campaign directed at policymakers indicates a calculated effort to shape policy outcomes in favor of corporate interests. Even though the expenditure is relatively modest, it reflects a broader pattern of political engagement intended to subvert democratic processes and may indirectly support authoritarian policy trends.

Lobbying Update: $60,000 of DANAHER CORPORATION lobbying was just disclosed

Danaher's detailed integrity and compliance document demonstrates a commitment to ethical business practices. The company's emphasis on preventing bribery and corruption reflects responsible internal governance, which contributes positively to countering authoritarian practices, despite no direct political lobbying or public political endorsements being mentioned.

Integrity & Compliance - Danaher Corporation

In addition to its supply chain ethics measures, Danaher demonstrates a commitment to upholding labor rights and human rights within its organization and through its supplier network. The report describes training initiatives, clear grievance mechanisms, and adherence to global labor standards, highlighting efforts to safeguard workers from exploitative practices.

PDF Danaher Group Report on Forced Labor and Child Labor in Supply Chains

Danaher's public statement emphasizes a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking in its supply chains. The company outlines clear policies, supplier codes of conduct, and due diligence practices that exceed mere compliance, indicating a proactive stance toward ethical sourcing and labor rights, which supports anti-fascist principles by resisting exploitation.

Danaher Group Statement on Slavery and Human Trafficking

Danaher's published political expenditures policy indicates that the company has refrained from making any political contributions since 2012. This disciplined approach to political spending reduces the risk of their funds indirectly supporting far-right or authoritarian agendas. The policy is transparent and clearly outlines the restrictions on political spending, which aligns with anti-fascist expectations for corporate political behavior. While the company does allow limited dues use by trade associations (capped at $25,000 per year), the core policy remains a strong negative indicator of complicity in authoritarian political financing.

POLITICAL EXPENDITURES POLICY - Danaher Corporation Investors