Better to shop than vote?

Article Abstract:

Americans and Europeans are finding that sometimes their actions as consumers can be more powerful than their actions as voters. Frustrated with the inaction of government, voters are shunning the polls but are using their purchasing power to promote corporate social responsibility. The danger lies in consumers losing this power in an economic downturn.

Influence, Public opinion, Voting, Consumers

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Commerce with a conscience: corporate control and academic investment

Article Abstract:

A paper contrasting the role of business ethics in British and American corporate cultures and the role of academics in business ethics compliance regimes is presented. British and European corporations typically have more collaborative relationships with academics than do American firms.

United Kingdom, Universities and colleges, Curricula, College curriculum, Study and teaching, Business ethics

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Corporate and public responsibility, stakeholder theory and the developing world

Article Abstract:

An argument against stakeholder theory, or corporate social responsibility, is presented. It is posited that social responsibility is more properly managed within the public sector rather than the private sector, as companies incur excessive costs in attempting to comply.

International, Social aspects, Ethical aspects, Industrial policy, Industry, Industries

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