Eddie Bauer

Eddie Bauer is a retailer specializing in outdoor clothing, footwear, and gear, known for its quality products and outdoor lifestyle branding.

CCI Score

27.29

-0.01% April 18

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Eddie Bauer Holdings: Lack of Political Lobbying in 2024 Cycle

According to data from OpenSecrets, Eddie Bauer Holdings did not report any federal lobbying or outside political spending during the 2024 election cycle. This absence of politically influential expenditures suggests the company is not leveraging its resources to sway policy in favor of authoritarian interests.

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Eddie Bauer is currently rated as a Dissenter.

+25 to +44 CCI Score

These companies are vocal in their opposition to authoritarian regimes. They publicly criticize oppressive policies and engage in advocacy efforts to promote accountability and transparency, even if their actions aren’t as extensive as those of Moral Leaders.

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FEB

06

2025

Eddie Bauer Holdings: Lack of Political Lobbying in 2024 Cycle
78.45

According to data from OpenSecrets, Eddie Bauer Holdings did not report any federal lobbying or outside political spending during the 2024 election cycle. This absence of politically influential expenditures suggests the company is not leveraging its resources to sway policy in favor of authoritarian interests.
+80

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

March 26

Eddie Bauer Holdings' reported lack of federal lobbying and outside political contributions during the 2024 cycle indicates a commitment to avoiding the use of corporate funds to influence political outcomes. This behavior is viewed positively in resisting the alignment of corporate power with authoritarian or fascist interests.

Eddie Bauer Holdings Profile: Summary • OpenSecrets
MAR

07

2021

Eddie Bauer Ethical Practices Under Scrutiny
-21.53

A review of Eddie Bauer's ethical practices reveals mixed signals. While the retailer promotes diversity, sustainability, and has signed pledges against forced labor, serious concerns remain regarding transparency in its supply chain and alleged labor violations, including historical reports of sweatshop conditions and prison labor involvement.
-30

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 26

Eddie Bauer’s labor practices are called into question by persistent reports of poor working conditions and allegations of involvement with sweatshops and prison labor. Although the company has established codes of conduct and ethics helplines, its track record on worker rights remains problematic.

How Ethical Is Eddie Bauer? All You Need to Know
-35

Supply Chain Ethics

March 26

There are serious transparency issues in Eddie Bauer’s supply chain. Despite pledges against forced labor and claims of ethical sourcing, the company remains secretive about its suppliers. Investigations point to shipments from regions with documented labor abuses, raising questions about their true commitment to ethical practices.

How Ethical Is Eddie Bauer? All You Need to Know
JUN

16

2020

Eddie Bauer Protests Facebook’s Hate Speech Policies by Dropping Ads
40.33

Eddie Bauer announced it is suspending all paid advertisements on Facebook and Instagram through the end of July in solidarity with the #StopHateForProfit campaign. The decision comes as activist groups criticize Facebook for allowing hate speech and extremist content to proliferate on the platform.
+70

Public and Political Behavior

March 26

Eddie Bauer’s public decision to pull ads from Facebook demonstrates strong public and political behavior in opposing a platform that has been criticized for enabling hate speech and extremist ideologies. This public stance aligns with anti-fascist values and reflects a commitment to resisting authoritarian narratives by refusing to subsidize platforms that may perpetuate them.

Eddie Bauer drops Facebook ads, adding to growing list of brands protesting site
+60

Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

March 26

By choosing to halt its advertising on Facebook and Instagram, Eddie Bauer is signaling its commitment to ethical business practices. This move supports the #StopHateForProfit campaign, emphasizing that corporate advertising dollars should not support platforms that facilitate hate and promote extremist ideologies.

Eddie Bauer drops Facebook ads, adding to growing list of brands protesting site
JUL

22

2015

Eddie Bauer's Silence on Labor and Supply Chain Issues
-13.20

Eddie Bauer was contacted regarding reports of forced labor and unethical practices in the deeper tiers of the apparel supply chain, but the company declined to comment. This silence raises concerns about its commitment to protecting worker rights and ensuring ethical sourcing.
-40

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 26

Eddie Bauer's refusal to engage or provide any comment on allegations of forced labor in its supply chain raises serious concerns about its labor practices. The lack of clarity on how it monitors and addresses abusive working conditions suggests negligence in protecting worker rights.

The Dirty Secret Hiding in Our Outerwear
-30

Supply Chain Ethics

March 26

The article outlines widespread issues in the apparel industry’s supply chains, including forced labor and debt bondage among tier two suppliers. Eddie Bauer's lack of response to these allegations suggests a possible failure to implement robust oversight and ethical sourcing standards.

The Dirty Secret Hiding in Our Outerwear
JAN

01

2010

Eddie Bauer Supply Chain Compliance under California Supply Chains Act
80.00

Eddie Bauer enforces stringent supply chain ethics, requiring strict adherence to local laws regarding forced labor and utilizing independent third party audits to certify compliance. This policy demonstrates a proactive measure against exploitation in their supply chain, aligning with anti-fascist values by preventing complicity in human rights abuses.
APR

28

1983

Eddie Bauer Political Action Committee Overview
-0.30

The FEC overview of the Eddie Bauer Political Action Committee reveals that Eddie Bauer once operated a corporate PAC. This terminated PAC, registered on April 28, 1983, highlights the company’s engagement in political contributions that, from a left‐leaning perspective, may have bolstered authoritarian-friendly policies by channeling funds into politically influential activities.
-20

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

March 26

The existence and historical activity of the Eddie Bauer Political Action Committee, as documented by the FEC, raises concerns from an anti-fascist viewpoint. The use of a corporate PAC to influence political outcomes can be seen as a channel through which corporate interests may support authoritarian policies. Although the PAC is now terminated, its past activities suggest a willingness to engage in potentially harmful political contributions.

EDDIE BAUER POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE - committee overview