"For Executives, ‘Defending Democracy’ Can Seem Risky"

The pressure on business leaders to speak out in support of democracy is growing. In a recent letter organized by Leadership Now's partnership, the Business & Democracy Initiative, business associations like Main Street Alliance and Black Economic Alliance urged corporate leaders to vocalize their support for free and fair elections, emphasizing that "a vibrant and stable economy relies on a strong democracy."

Prominent business leaders, including LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman and entrepreneur Mark Cuban—both supporters of Vice President Kamala Harris—echo this sentiment, arguing that a functioning business environment depends on the preservation of democratic institutions. Their stance aligns with the Leadership Now Project's business leader endorsement, reinforcing the connection between economic stability and a healthy democracy.

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