Philip Nichols, Wharton professor of legal studies, business ethics, and social responsibility in business, discusses how growing executive authority and government involvement in companies like Intel reflect a historic transformation in the U.S. business landscape — one that leaves corporate leaders navigating unprecedented legal and social uncertainty.
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How Expanding Executive Authority Is Reshaping U.S. Business
Wharton professor of business ethics and legal studies examines how recent government actions signal a major shift in executive power and its impact on the private sector.
October 10, 2025
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