Frankly all the complaints about Citizens United, and most of the ones about corporate personhood, is because when most think of corporations, they think of the huge behemoth. They don't think of a group of citizens coming together to make a film exposing the corruption of a politician, even though that's what Citizens United was about.
Wow, Peter—thank you for this impressive analysis of the legal nuances of this proposal! I look forward to reviewing it in greater depth when time permits but appreciate the time and thought you put into this.
He may want to ban big pharma ads, but I suspect Big Pharma will ban him from the election first.
He does have an uphill battle ahead of him.
Frankly all the complaints about Citizens United, and most of the ones about corporate personhood, is because when most think of corporations, they think of the huge behemoth. They don't think of a group of citizens coming together to make a film exposing the corruption of a politician, even though that's what Citizens United was about.
Wow, Peter—thank you for this impressive analysis of the legal nuances of this proposal! I look forward to reviewing it in greater depth when time permits but appreciate the time and thought you put into this.
I should be thanking you...it was your commentary that was the catalyst.
And there is quite a bit more depth to be had....there is a veritable treasure trove of Supreme Court cases still left to scrutinize.
We are fortunate to have someone with your detailed knowledge of the law and legal precedents bringing your expertise to the table!
High praise indeed. Thank you!
Yes, “How did this get so badly screwed up?”
Don't lose hope yet, the public-private has yet to make it's full effect felt.