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“When Business Meets Autocracy, the Stakes Rise for Everyone”
Gerardo Berthin
All of us in civil society must be united in our resistance when the fundamental right to representation is being stripped away. As trusted members of the Tucson community, owners of small businesses have a vital role to play. Members of our business committee will forge an on-going relationship with you and your business to help you understand the stakes and how we can assist each other to protect our home. Contact us today.
There is a substantial body of evidence to show that democratic backsliding negatively affects businesses. Authoritarian economies tend to be far less prosperous than those in countries where no one is above the law. We are already seeing the effects of Trump’s authoritarian tendencies on our economy.
Has your business been affected by:
* Tariffs
* The ever-increasing cost of oil, diesel, and gasoline
* Decreased purchasing power of your patrons as a result of inflation
* The loss of funding for science, the arts, health, and / or transportation
* Unreliable and inaccurate data from the federal government
* A drop in profits due to a drop in tourism
All these issues are small compared to what can happen if there is significant election interference and we do nothing.
Be prepared for coercion, corruption at every level of government, loss of legal protections, unequal application of business laws, and more. If nothing else, the instability of the political landscape will make it virtually impossible for you to plan for the future.
The rise of authoritarian capitalism: What does it mean for businesses that seek peace?
How has democratic erosion harmed businesses?
Democracy is good for the economy. Can business defend it?
The Financial and Economic Dangers of Democratic Backsliding
You can do something right now to help protect your business and our community. Ask our Business Committee representatives to work with you to build a plan specifically designed for your business.
Your business can be featured on this website, our mass emails, and other materials to let your patrons know where you stand. We encourage everyone who has signed the Shutdown Pledge to shop locally and support the businesses that are standing up for democracy.
Please contact us today for more information or to arrange a meeting with a Tucson Shutdown Business Committee representative.
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This checklist from ProtectDemocracy.org was originally intended to help businesses protect themselves and their employees from ICE and federal overreach. It provides an excellent framework for Election Protection as well.
