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McLane Foodservice

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Temple, United States

McLane Foodservice is a major foodservice distributor that delivers grocery and consumer goods to convenience stores and retail outlets. It provides efficient supply chain solutions and tailored services to meet the diverse needs of the foodservice industry.

CCI Score

CCI Score: McLane Foodservice

-6.38

0.01%

Latest Event

McLane Contribution to Democratic Campaign

McLane Foodservice donated $2,500 to the Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee, supporting democratic processes against authoritarian tendencies.

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COLLABORATOR

McLane Foodservice is currently rated as a Collaborator.

-5 to -9 CCI Score
In this category, companies align with authoritarian practices mainly to avoid trouble or regulatory conflict. Their compliance is driven by self-preservation, resulting in minimal resistance even as they participate in oppressive systems.

Latest Events

  • McLane Contribution to Democratic Campaign Logo
    JAN
    21
    2025

    McLane Foodservice donated $2,500 to the Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee, supporting democratic processes against authoritarian tendencies.

  • +70

    Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

    March 19

    McLane Foodservice’s donation to the Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee shows a commitment to supporting democratic institutions and countering authoritarian influences. Such a political contribution aligns with efforts to resist the rise of fascism by promoting transparency and accountability in political financing.

    McLane Company Inc $25,000 contribution to Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee — 527 Explorer — ProPublica

  • McLane Foodservice Dismisses Truck Driver Overtime Suit Logo
    OCT
    18
    2024

    McLane Foodservice, a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., successfully defended against a wage and hour suit by having a California federal judge rule that truck drivers were exempt from overtime pay. This legal victory, while in compliance with the law, raises concerns from a labor rights perspective as it may undermine protections for workers and contribute to practices that devalue fair compensation.

  • -30

    Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

    March 19

    By arguing that truck drivers were exempt from overtime pay rules, McLane Foodservice has effectively diminished the enforcement of worker protection standards. Although the decision was based on a legal exemption, from a labor rights and anti-fascist perspective, this outcome is concerning as it may set a precedent that undermines fair labor practices and the struggle for equitable worker compensation.

    McLane Foodservice Inc. Shakes Truck Driver Overtime Pay Suit

  • McLane Foodservice Political Contributions and PAC Activity Logo
    JAN
    01
    2024

    McLane Foodservice's PAC profile reveals a contribution of $12,880 in the 2023-2024 election cycle, indicating corporate political spending that could bolster influence over public policy and support authoritarian agendas.

  • -20

    Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

    March 19

    The PAC profile from OpenSecrets indicates that McLane Foodservice raised $12,880 in the 2023-2024 election cycle. From an anti-fascist perspective, even modest political contributions can be problematic, as they may contribute to corporate influence in politics and indirectly support authoritarian policy agendas. This political spending raises concerns regarding corporate complicity in undermining democratic processes.

    PAC Profile: McLane Co

  • McLane Group Lobbying Activity 2022 Logo
    DEC
    31
    2022

    McLane Group, part of McLane Foodservice, spent $10,000 on lobbying in 2022, which raises concerns about corporate influence in political affairs and potential support for authoritarian policymaking.

  • -20

    Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

    March 19

    According to OpenSecrets, McLane Group spent $10,000 on lobbying in 2022. From an anti-fascist perspective, corporate lobbying—even on a relatively modest scale—can serve as a tool to influence political decisions in favor of corporate interests, thereby undermining transparency and democratic accountability. This activity contributes indirectly to the structure that enables authoritarian practices.

    Client Profile: McLane Group - Lobbying

  • EEOC Disability Discrimination Settlement Logo
    JUL
    24
    2015

    McLane Foodservice agreed to pay $40,000 to settle an EEOC lawsuit accusing the company of violating the Americans with Disabilities Act by refusing to hire a disabled applicant. This incident highlights significant shortcomings in the company’s adherence to labor rights and ethical human resources practices.

  • -50

    Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

    March 19

    McLane Foodservice's settlement of an ADA discrimination lawsuit underscores a failure to uphold basic labor rights and human dignity. This discriminatory practice, which involved refusing to hire a disabled applicant, constitutes a serious ethical lapse in labor relations and human rights practices, contributing negatively to the overall corporate complicity in oppressive labor policies.

    McLane Foodservice to Pay $40,000 to Settle EEOC Disability Discrimination Lawsuit

  • EEOC Sues McLane Foodservice for Disability Discrimination Logo
    APR
    21
    2015

    The EEOC filed a lawsuit against McLane Foodservice for refusing to hire an applicant due to a perceived disability, alleging a violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act. This case highlights significant concerns regarding the company's labor practices and respect for human rights, which can contribute to broader authoritarian labor policies.

  • -70

    Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

    March 19

    McLane Foodservice's refusal to hire an applicant based on a perceived disability constitutes a serious violation of anti-discrimination laws under the ADA. This discriminatory practice raises concerns about the company’s commitment to fair labor relations and human rights, thereby contributing negatively to the societal conditions that can enable authoritarian practices.

    EEOC Sues McLane Foodservice for Disability Discrimination

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