Mass Merchandisers

Large retail chains that sell a wide variety of PepsiCo products to consumers.

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-16.98

0.01% April 18

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Mass Merchandisers’ Lobbying Practices Under Scrutiny

An analysis of retail industry lobbying reveals that mass merchandisers, as part of the broader retail sector, heavily engage in political lobbying. Such practices contribute to a corporate influence over policy that can bolster authoritarian agendas by prioritizing corporate interests over democratic accountability.

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Mass Merchandisers is currently rated as an Enabler.

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Companies in this segment facilitate authoritarian practices while claiming neutrality. They provide resources or support that indirectly bolster oppressive regimes, thereby undermining democratic accountability without overtly endorsing the regime.

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DEC

31

2017

Mass Merchandisers’ Lobbying Practices Under Scrutiny
-24.09

An analysis of retail industry lobbying reveals that mass merchandisers, as part of the broader retail sector, heavily engage in political lobbying. Such practices contribute to a corporate influence over policy that can bolster authoritarian agendas by prioritizing corporate interests over democratic accountability.
-50

Public and Political Behavior

March 20

The article underscores a trend among large retailers – including mass merchandisers – of significantly increased spending on lobbying efforts. This spending targets regulations on trade, taxes, and labor policies. Such aggressive lobbying is indicative of a willingness to prioritize corporate gains over the public good, thereby facilitating a political environment conducive to authoritarian practices. From an anti-fascist perspective, these practices are highly problematic as they undermine democratic norms and transparency.

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APR

26

2011

Target Anti-Union Propaganda Video Exposes Unethical Labor Practices
-9.87

An old anti-union video used by Target to dissuade union formation signals an authoritarian approach to labor relations within mass merchandisers, undermining worker rights and contributing to broader authoritarian labor practices.
-40

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 20

The article describes how Target, a prominent mass merchandiser, used an outdated anti-union video as a tool to dissuade workers from unionizing. This tactic reflects an authoritarian approach to labor relations that undermines workers' rights and fair labor practices, aligning the company's actions with broader oppressive corporate behavior.

Target: 'Don't Join A Union' Video Unearthed On Eve of Vote