EchoStar Corporation's high amount in lobbying expenditures and political contributions, along with evidence of a revolving door among its lobbyists, suggest an active role in shaping political outcomes in their favor. This increases the potential for influencing policy in a manner that may undermine democratic processes and promote authoritarian tendencies.

Echostar Corp Profile: Summary • OpenSecrets

The reported lobbying expenditure of $2.92 million indicates EchoStar's significant investment in influencing political outcomes. From an anti-fascist perspective, such efforts can be seen as attempts to secure favorable regulatory conditions and create conflicts of interest between corporate profit and public welfare. This form of political engagement raises concerns about the company's role in fostering an environment conducive to authoritarian practices.

Echostar Corp Lobbying Profile • OpenSecrets

The NLBR docket shows that EchoStar was involved in labor litigation, with multiple filings such as a signed charge against the employer. This raises red flags regarding its labor relations and human rights practices. The company's handling of labor disputes casts doubt on its ethical responsibility towards fair worker treatment, which is particularly concerning given the broader implications for worker empowerment and resistance to authoritarian practices.

EchoStar Satellite Services, LLC d/b/a EchoStar | National Labor Relations Board

The incident involving Dish Network Service Corp, a subsidiary under EchoStar Corporation, highlights a breach in labor relations and ethical responsibility. The 2008 NLRB violation and corresponding penalty indicate shortcomings in upholding workers' rights. This negative performance in labor relations, a key aspect of Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility, contributes to a significant negative impact on the company’s overall complicity score in supporting lawful and ethical labor practices.

echostar-corporation | Violation Tracker - Good Jobs First

EchoStar’s actions in handling the application of a blind worker, which included dismissive comments about the candidate's ability and the administration of a sham interview, demonstrate a troubling disregard for labor rights and ADA compliance. This discriminatory practice severely undermines fair labor standards and human rights, contributing to an environment that is partly complicit in oppressive corporate behaviors.

EEOC Wins $8 Million Jury Verdict for Blind Worker in Disability Bias Case Against EchoStar

The case details a pattern of sexual harassment, discriminatory practices, and retaliation against an employee, Ms. Baker. Despite having policies intended to protect workers, EchoStar’s failure to prevent or address such behavior demonstrates a significant lapse in labor relations and human rights practices. This hostile environment not only harmed the individual employee but also reflects on the company’s broader ethical responsibilities.

Sharon Baker v. EchoStar Communications Corporation Case