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What Is E.S.G., and Why Are Republicans So Mad About It?

Mar 13, 2023
David Gelles, climate correspondent for The New York Times, dives into the heated world of E.S.G. investing, where environmental, social, and governance factors collide with political opinions. He discusses how E.S.G. has rapidly reshaped corporate responsibility and the backlash it faces from conservatives branding it as 'woke capitalism.' Gelles also explores Texas legislation targeting companies against fossil fuels, revealing the tensions between business practices and political agendas. This sparks a national debate on corporate influence and traditional values.
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