The NPR Politics Podcast Activists Stoke Corporate Backlash To Voting Restrictions
Apr 7, 2021
The discussion heats up around corporate responses to restrictive voting laws in states like Georgia and Texas. Major League Baseball's decision to move the All-Star Game from Atlanta underscores the power of boycotts in influencing legislation. Reporters analyze the implications of rising demands for corporate accountability, especially from businesses like American Airlines. The conversation also touches on the impact of demographic shifts in the Sun Belt on political strategies and future elections, revealing tensions within the Republican Party.
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MLB All-Star Game Moved
- Major League Baseball moved its All-Star Game from Atlanta to Colorado.
- This was a political statement against Georgia's new restrictive voting law.
Corporate Backlash in Georgia
- Georgia-based companies like Coca-Cola and Delta faced criticism for their response to the new voting law.
- They were criticized both for speaking out too late and for taking a stance at all.
Republican Tension with Corporations
- Republicans are criticizing corporations for getting involved in politics, creating tension with traditional pro-business conservatism.
- Corporations are responding to market pressures and customer concerns, potentially impacting political dynamics.