WHITNEY CALLS FOR BAN ON MARRIAGE BETWEEN CORPORATIONS AND GOVERNMENT

Whitney for Governor Press Release

            Illinois Green Party gubernatorial candidate Rich Whitney has called for a constitutional amendment to ban marriage between government and corporations. "President Bush has called for a federal amendment to ban gay marriage on the basis that it hurts the family, and Illinois is holding a referendum on the same question," said Whitney. "But which kind of 'marriage' poses the real threat to the families of Illinois?"

             Green Party Candidates claim that the unnatural union between government and big corporations is a loveless marriage of convenience designed to mutually benefit both parties. It can also be an incestuous relationship, given the current revolving door policy between corporate offices and government positions. "Just look at our current vice-president, and former president of Haliburton, Dick Cheney," Whitney said.

             Whitney added that he is seriously studying the text of a proposed state constitutional amendment to redefine corporations in a way that would strip them of their rights as legal 'persons'. It would require them to meet social responsibilities to the communities, employees, and the environment in which they operate. It would also limit the ways government and corporations can interact.

             Rich Whitney has made a commitment to Illinois voters to refuse corporate campaign contributions.  “In a healthy democracy, elected officials should represent people, and not be the servants of deep pockets and multinational corporate interests.  I am determined to represent the interests of Illinois citizens.” Whitney said. 

             "One thing is certain," Whitney said "When corporations and governments climb into bed together, it is the voters that end up being screwed." 

Jennifer Rose

Whitney for Governor, Campaign Manager

campaignmanager@whitneyforgov.org

www.whitneyforgov.org

P.O. Box 3803 Carbondale, IL 62902

Campaign Phone: (618) 528-VOTE

Gary Shepherd

Whitney For Governor, Media Coordinator

mediacoordinator@whitneyforgov.org

www.whitneyforgov.org

P.O. Box 3803 Carbondale, IL 62902

Campaign Phone: (618)528-VOTE

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