Lobbying has long been part of the political landscape. But in recent
years links between big business and government have become stronger
and more far-reaching than ever. Global corporations now demand
control over decisions affecting labour laws, finance, public health,
food and agriculture, safety regulations, taxes and international
trade and investment. They even claim the right to private tribunals
where they can sue governments for passing laws that could harm their
present or future profits. These business elites don't want to govern
directly. They operate behind the scenes - directing planning, setting
standards and fashioning government to maximise their own profits.
Thanks to the UN Global Compact they have extended their influence to
the highest levels of multilateral decision-making and now, via the
Davos-inspired Global Redesign Initiative, they are setting their
sights on managing world-wide public policy. Elected by and
accountable to no one, secretive and highly organized, these shadow
sovereigns are destroying the very notion of the common good and
making a mockery of democracy. It is high time we challenged this
assault on our rights and our institutions. In this incisive and
clear-sighted book Susan George provides us with the practical
knowledge to do just that.
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ISBN
9780745697857
Publisert
2018
Utgave
1. utgave
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Vendor
Wiley Professional, Reference & Trade
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
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