Some CEOs, groups shuck neutrality to voice choice in presidential contest
- October 18, 2012 |
- LORI SHARN BRYANT
Which top executives are contributing to the Romney and Obama campaigns? RELATED CONTENT Independent spending soars for some groups When it comes to presidential preferences, few association CEOs are as outspoken as Gary Shapiro. The long-time leader of the Consumer Electronics Association isnt shy about promoting his pick in the trade groups magazine, in opinion columns and on television. I definitely am one of the most visible association supporters of Mitt Romney, Shapiro said. Furthermore, he says his 2,000 member companies are overwhelmingly enthusiastic about what Im saying and doing. Most associations steer clear of endorsing presidential… Read More