Raspberry rebels
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The pressure from stockholders, shrinking market share and lowered profits may make Ben and Jerry's take a second look at its environment-friendly, social activist programs. New aggressive management teams are positioning the firm for greater efficiency, and a plunge into the international market.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1997
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Civics 101
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Pres Clinton will meet with business leaders in May 1996 to discuss the corporation's responsibility to society. The public's perception that business has broken its social contract with workers is increasing. Three economic views on the topic are discussed.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1996
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Curse of the ethical executive
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The growing trend towards 'social corporate responsibility' could actually be harmful, according to OECD former economist David Henderson. Henderson says corporate social responsibility causes intellectual harm and can lead to welfare-reducing policies.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 2001
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