Whitney Calls for Ban on Marriage Between Corporations and Government

Whitney Calls for Ban on Marriage Between Corporations and Government

Whitney for Governor 2006
http://www.whitneyforgov.org
P.O. Box 3803, Carbondale, IL 62902
Jennifer Rose, Campaign Manager: (618) 528-VOTE
campaignmanager@whitneyforgov.org
June 8, 2006

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 Halliburton,
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."

www.whitneyforgov.org
P.O. Box 3803 Carbondale, IL 62902
Campaign Phone: (618) 528-VOTE