Texas Longhorns

Austin, United States

The Texas Longhorns athletics department is part of the University of Texas at Austin and is renowned for its competitive sports teams, rich tradition, and community engagement. It represents one of the most iconic collegiate athletic brands in the United States.

CCI Score

23.31

-0.01% April 18

Latest Event

Texas Longhorns Speak Out on Social Injustice

Athletes and coaches from Texas Longhorns publicly expressed support for the Black Lives Matter movement and denounced systemic social injustice and police brutality, demonstrating a clear stand against authoritarian practices.

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Texas Longhorns is currently rated as a Saboteur.

+10 to +24 CCI Score

Companies in this bracket take more subtle actions to undermine authoritarian practices. They might implement internal policies or support reforms that quietly weaken oppressive systems, contributing to change in less overt ways.

Latest Events

MAY

31

2024

Texas Longhorns Speak Out on Social Injustice
73.23

Athletes and coaches from Texas Longhorns publicly expressed support for the Black Lives Matter movement and denounced systemic social injustice and police brutality, demonstrating a clear stand against authoritarian practices.
+80

Public and Political Behavior

March 29

The article highlights how Texas Longhorns athletes and coaches have vocally supported the Black Lives Matter movement and taken a stand against social injustice and police brutality. This active public engagement signifies a commitment to progressive values and resistance against authoritarian practices, earning a positive rating under Public and Political Behavior.

Texas Longhorns athletes, coaches speak out on social injustice - KVUE.com
MAR

20

2024

Union Demands $10,000 Pay Raise for UT Workers
71.80

Union members, including Texas State Employees Union representatives, rallied outside the Tower on March 20, 2024, demanding a $10,000 across‐the‐board pay raise for full-time university workers and proportional increases for part-timers, citing rising living costs and inadequate wages. Thousands of signatures were delivered to President Jay Hartzell’s office as part of the campaign for fair labor practices.
+80

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 29

The union's push for a substantial pay increase highlights a meaningful effort to ensure fair labor practices and worker rights. Demanding a $10,000 raise for essential university workers aligns with progressive, anti-authoritarian labor policies, seeking to address the impact of rising living costs and economic inequalities. This action supports the rights of workers and challenges exploitative compensation practices.

Texas State Employees Union calls on UT to raise University workers’ pay by $10,000 across-the-board
DEC

31

2023

Texas Longhorns Federal Lobbying Expenditures in 2023
-35.12

The Texas Longhorns, represented by UT Austin within the University of Texas System, were linked to a reported federal lobbying expenditure of over $1.05 million in 2023. This made the system the second-highest spender among competitors in the March Madness context, raising concerns about the influence of elite fundraising in public policy.
-40

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

March 29

The reported lobbying expenditure of over $1.05 million by the University of Texas System, which includes the Texas Longhorns, reflects a strong engagement in federal lobbying. From an anti-fascist perspective, such significant political spending is viewed negatively as it represents an effort to influence policy in favor of institutional interests and may contribute to entrenched power dynamics.

March Madness 2024: K Street Classic showcases tournament's biggest lobbying spenders
MAR

02

2021

UT President Denounces Hate and Racism in Official Statement
39.69

On March 2, 2021, UT President Jay Hartzell released an official statement amid controversy over 'The Eyes of Texas'. In the statement, he condemned extremist and racist views found in a sample of alumni emails, clarifying that these views do not represent the values of the broader Longhorn community. He emphasized the commitment to inclusivity and announced that a history committee would soon release its report to further guide the conversation.
+60

Executive Political Engagement

March 29

UT President Jay Hartzell’s prompt and clear denunciation of hateful, racist rhetoric in the controversy demonstrates a commitment to countering extremist views and protecting marginalized communities. His leadership in addressing these issues reflects a positive, anti-fascist stance in the realm of executive political engagement.

UT president Jay Hartzell releases statement on latest controversy surrounding ‘The Eyes of Texas’
MAR

01

2021

Donor Pressure in Controversial School Song Debate
-33.06

Wealthy donors threatened to withdraw multi-million dollar donations if changes were not made to preserve the traditional school song, 'The Eyes of Texas,' despite its racist historical connotations and the discomfort expressed by current players and band members. University leadership reaffirmed the tradition, raising concerns about the influence of extremist donor views on institutional decisions.
-50

Public and Political Behavior

March 29

The involvement of donors using racist and extremist rhetoric to influence policy decisions reflects a troubling alignment with authoritarian values over progressive inclusivity. By maintaining the controversial school song in the face of such pressure, the institution is seen as complicit in prioritizing the financial interests of donors with extremist views over the well-being and rights of its diverse community.

Texas Longhorns donors flex financial muscle in school song dispute