Sierra Club Faces Hostile Takeover(A)
We are afraid that many of Sierra’s supporters are not aware of a contest being waged for control of the organization’s agenda. …
Unhealthy Giving?(A)
Shareholder advocates call on companies to fully disclose their campaign contributions. …
Indigestion from YUM! Brands(A)
In this dawning era of Good Corporate Governance, YUM! Brands’ ostrich-like response to stakeholder discontent could be considered almost laughably out of sync with the times -- if the real-world consequences weren’t so grim. …
A Free Press or A Free Ride?
Today a shrinking handful of media goliaths control the news and information that is broadcast over publicly owned airways in this country. These companies pay nothing for the access to the electromagnetic spectrum and are making billions in the process. In return, they are required by law to serve the public interest. Their failure in this regard is spectacular. But a growing coalition of groups from across the political spectrum is beginning to challenge them. …
Human Rights Resolution Passes First Year Vote Hurdle at BJ Services
Trillium Asset Management's resolution calling on the company to consider human rights issues in Burma and around the world gained enough votes to stay before the company next year if needed. …
Bush Administration Removes Protection for Tongass National Forest(A)
Broad public opposition to increased logging and roadbuilding ignored …
ChevronTexaco Faces Toxic Legacy in Ecuador(A)
Trillium Asset Management Shareholder Resolution Highlights Unfinished Cleanup of Highly Polluted Indigenous Lands …
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