Pitney Bowes Inc.

Stamford, United States

Pitney Bowes Inc. is a global technology company that provides commerce solutions, including shipping, mailing, and financial services, to businesses around the world.

CCI Score

-45.26

0.03% April 18

Latest Event

Pitney Bowes Inc. Political Lobbying Profile

OpenSecrets data reveals Pitney Bowes Inc. contributed $177,581 in campaign contributions and spent $910,000 on lobbying in the 2024 cycle. Further, the revolving door phenomenon—where most of its lobbyists have previously held government positions—raises concerns about undue influence and potential support for authoritarian practices.

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Pitney Bowes Inc. is currently rated as a Quisling.

-44 to -59 CCI Score

These companies are fully aligned with authoritarian regimes. They not only support but also enforce oppressive policies, playing a significant role in the regime’s operational apparatus and contributing directly to its consolidation of power.

Latest Events

FEB

06

2025

Pitney Bowes Inc. Political Lobbying Profile
-49.03

OpenSecrets data reveals Pitney Bowes Inc. contributed $177,581 in campaign contributions and spent $910,000 on lobbying in the 2024 cycle. Further, the revolving door phenomenon—where most of its lobbyists have previously held government positions—raises concerns about undue influence and potential support for authoritarian practices.
-50

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

March 25

The article highlights significant lobbying efforts and campaign contributions by Pitney Bowes Inc., coupled with a revolving door of former government officials now working as lobbyists. This combination raises red flags about potential corporate complicity in influencing political processes to favor authoritarian practices.

Pitney Bowes Inc Profile: Summary • OpenSecrets
DEC

01

2024

Lobbying Disclosure: Pitney Bowes' $230K in Q4 2024 Lobbying
-28.88

A $230,000 lobbying expenditure disclosed in Q4 2024 indicating Pitney Bowes' efforts to shape policy outcomes related to U.S. Postal Service reform and banking issues. From a left-leaning perspective, this corporate lobbying activity is viewed as an attempt to sway regulatory decisions in favor of corporate interests, which may indirectly support authoritarian practices.
-30

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

March 25

Pitney Bowes Inc.'s disclosure of a $230,000 lobbying expense from Q4 2024, aimed at influencing issues such as U.S. Postal Service reform and banking, raises concerns from an anti-fascist perspective. Such corporate lobbying can be seen as an effort to steer policy in ways that favor corporate power, potentially undermining democratic accountability and contributing to broader authoritarian trends.

Lobbying Update: $230,000 of PITNEY BOWES INC. lobbying was just disclosed
OCT

13

2023

Pitney Bowes Settles Race-Based Hiring Discrimination Claim
-51.56

Pitney Bowes entered into a conciliation agreement with the U.S. Department of Labor, agreeing to pay nearly $1.6M in back wages and interest to resolve allegations of race-based hiring discrimination at five of its facilities, which exposed severe failures in its labor practices.
-60

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 25

The conciliation agreement reveals significant issues with Pitney Bowes' labor practices. The company was found to have discriminated against applicants based on race, resulting in a nearly $1.6M settlement and remedial job offers. This incident underscores a disregard for fair labor practices and human rights, contributing to systemic inequities that can indirectly bolster oppressive societal structures.

Pitney Bowes to pay nearly $1.6M to resolve race-based hiring discrimination allegations at five locations
OCT

13

2023

Pitney Bowes Settles Race-Based Hiring Discrimination Allegations
-51.56

Pitney Bowes agreed to settle allegations of race-based hiring discrimination with a $1.6M payment and job offers to affected applicants following an OFCCP investigation. The settlement raises concerns regarding the company's commitment to fair labor practices and human rights.
-60

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 25

The settlement concerning race-based hiring discrimination highlights significant lapses in labor relations and human rights practices. By agreeing to pay $1.6M in back wages and interest without admitting wrongdoing, Pitney Bowes appears to have prioritized avoiding litigation costs over implementing substantive reforms. This decision is reflective of broader issues in corporate practices that undermine employee rights and contribute to systemic inequities, aligning with concerns regarding complicity in authoritarian practices.

Stamford-based Pitney Bowes to pay $1.6M to settle hiring discrimination case