Netscape Communications Corporation

Mountain View, USA

Netscape Communications Corporation is a pioneering technology company known for its web browser that played a significant role in popularizing the World Wide Web during the 1990s.

CCI Score

-4.14

0.01% April 18

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Netscape Communications: Lobbying Profile Analysis

An analysis of the OpenSecrets profile for Netscape Communications reveals historical engagement in corporate lobbying efforts. Although the data indicates that the company did not report lobbying on specific bills in 2024, its longstanding involvement in political contributions and lobbying is concerning from a left-leaning anti-authoritarian perspective, as such activities can facilitate undue corporate influence in democratic processes.

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BYSTANDER

Netscape Communications Corporation is currently rated as a Bystander.

-1 to -4 CCI Score

Companies scoring here do little to oppose authoritarianism. Their inaction results in a passive endorsement of the status quo, as they neither actively resist oppression nor contribute to overt support for it.

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JAN

01

2022

Netscape Communications: Lobbying Profile Analysis
-14.38

An analysis of the OpenSecrets profile for Netscape Communications reveals historical engagement in corporate lobbying efforts. Although the data indicates that the company did not report lobbying on specific bills in 2024, its longstanding involvement in political contributions and lobbying is concerning from a left-leaning anti-authoritarian perspective, as such activities can facilitate undue corporate influence in democratic processes.
-20

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

March 23

The OpenSecrets profile documents historical lobbying activities by Netscape Communications, highlighting its engagement in political contributions and lobbying efforts. From a perspective that scrutinizes the facilitation of authoritarian influences, even limited corporate lobbying raises red flags regarding potential complicity in undermining democratic accountability.

Netscape Communications Profile: Lobbying • OpenSecrets
JAN

01

1998

Netscape Files Antitrust Lawsuit Against Microsoft
4.56

Netscape initiated a lawsuit against Microsoft alleging anticompetitive practices that undermined fair competition in the browser market. This legal action is seen as a stand against monopolistic behaviors that concentrate corporate power and can lead to authoritarian control over market dynamics.
+70

Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

March 23

By suing Microsoft over alleged anticompetitive practices, Netscape demonstrated a commitment to ethical business practices and a defense of fair market competition. This proactive move challenges monopolistic power which, if unchecked, could foster conditions conducive to authoritarian control.

Update: Netscape sues Microsoft over browser - Computerworld
JAN

01

1998

Netscape Communications Lobbying Spending, 1998
-2.61

In 1998, Netscape Communications Corporation spent $840,000 on lobbying efforts as detailed by OpenSecrets. This expenditure raises concerns about the use of corporate funds to influence policy and support conditions that may favor authoritarian practices.
-40

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

March 23

Netscape's spending of $840,000 on lobbying in 1998, as recorded by OpenSecrets, indicates a significant investment in influencing public policy. From a left-leaning perspective, such corporate political activity is viewed as contributing to an imbalance of power that can bolster authoritarian tendencies by prioritizing corporate interests over democratic accountability.

Netscape Communications Lobbying Profile • OpenSecrets