This note on business-government relations introduces students to the state of lobbying and campaign contributions by corporations in the United States.
The note develops two hypotheses as to the impact of corporate political participation: (i) a vehicle to facilitate good government; and (ii) an instrument of special-interest capture.
The note can be used to generate a conversation on these issues: (1) in a democratic capitalist society, what's the appropriate role of business in government? (2) When it comes to political contributions, should corporations possess the exact same rights and responsibilities as people? The note also depicts the various practical alternatives businesses confront on political participation, including options and disclosure alternatives to engage through ideological or commerce associations. This descriptive case can be utilized to encourage business students to come up with an aspiration for their companies' political involvement strategies.
PUBLICATION DATE: March 21, 2013 PRODUCT #: 113037-PDF-ENG
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