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The Corporations are Coming

By Craig Barnes

A talk delivered at the discussion group “Journey”
Santa Fe, New Mexico

Language of Amendment Introduced by Congresswoman Donna Edwards

Amendment language:

111TH CONGRESS
2D SESSION

H. J. RES. _____
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States permitting Congress and the States to regulate the expenditure of funds by corporations engaging in political speech.

IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Ms. EDWARDS of Maryland (for herself and Mr. CONYERS) introduced the following joint resolution; which was referred to the Committee on ____________________

JOINT RESOLUTION

Is legalizing corporate electioneering “pro-business?”

While most media outlets suggest expanding corporate political power is “pro-business," two of the three broad-based national business organizations submitting amicus curiae briefs in the case argued against allowing corporations to spend company funds to elect or defeat candidates.

Tips on Writing Effective Letters to the Editor

The letters sections of newspapers and magazines present great opportunities for getting your message to a wide audience. In local and regional papers, letters to the editor are read by local activists, government officials, legislators and many community members.

Citizens United v FEC Part 2: John Bonifaz

John Bonifaz's opening remarks during the public forum held Sept. 8, 2009, in Northampton. Strategy of constitutional amendment.

Citizens United v FEC Part 1: Jeff Clements & Amicus Brief

Public Forum recorded Sept 8, 2009, in Northampton, MA, on pending case, upholding restrictions on corporate political campagin expenditures and implications/potential implications for concept of "corporate personhood." Part 1 features Jeffrey Clements, attorney who filed an Amicus brief representing five citizens groups arguing against expanding corporate First Amendment Rights.