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How BlackRock went from Texas blacklist to GOP darling
Original: This week's top story, from Candice Bernd: How did the world’s largest asset manager go from a blacklisted enemy to a GO
The Texas Observer's top story this week, by Candice Bernd, examines how BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, transformed from a blacklisted enemy of Texas Republicans into a favored partner. The piece traces a nearly five-year saga, illustrating the influence of Texas's one-party government in pursuing culture-war goals, including the state's anti-ESG financial blacklist.
Why now: Renewed attention to Texas's anti-ESG battles and BlackRock's political shift as the story circulates this week
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- This week's top story, from Candice Bernd: How did the world’s largest asset manager go from a blacklisted enemy to a GOP darling? It’s a nearly five-year-long tale that reflects the profound impact the one-party governing apparatus of # Texas can wield in the name of culture… · TexasObserver@texasobserver.social · 4
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