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Why it’s time for businesses to speak up about democracy

This is not a moment for businesses to sit back. Hannah Fried, cofounder and CEO of the nonprofit All Voting Is Local, argues that democracy and economic prosperity are deeply connected: Democracies tend to perform better economically, with GDP growth and thriving businesses, while countries experiencing democratic backsliding often see declines across key economic indicators.

Why it’s time for businesses to speak up about democracy

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