On January 21, 2010, with its ruling in Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission, the Supreme Court ruled that corporations are persons, entitled by the U.S. Constitution to buy elections and run our government. Human beings are people; corporations are legal fictions.
We, the People of the United States of America, reject the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling in Citizens United and other related cases, and move to amend our Constitution to firmly establish that money is not speech, and that human beings, not corporations, are persons entitled to constitutional rights.
The Supreme Court is misguided in principle, and wrong on the law. In a democracy, the people rule.
". . . corporations have no consciences, no beliefs, no feelings, no thoughts, no desires. Corporations help structure and facilitate the activities of human beings, to be sure, and their 'personhood' often serves as a useful legal fiction. But they are not themselves members of “We the People” by whom and for whom our Constitution was established."
~Supreme Court Justice Stevens, January 2010
Get ready for an exciting and thought-provoking event as we dive into the heart of our democracy. This Constitution Day, we’re challenging conventional perspectives and inviting you to reimagine what a truly equitable and safe democracy could look like.
RSVP to be a part of a conversation about how we can shape the future. Don’t miss out—mark your calendars and prepare to be inspired!
Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at 5pm PT/ 8PM ET
Veterans for Peace and Move to Amend developed a "bookmark" originally for distribution during the VFP-sponsored and MTA-endorsed Walk for Peace & Planet, Justice & Democracy that took place from May 7 in Maine to July 5 in Washington DC.
One of the stated reasons for "Why we Walk":
We are walking to expose and address the power of corporations destroying our environment, driving everyday people and communities into more poverty while they reap enormous profits and power. These corporate entities, given more rights than living, breathing people with none of the accountability or responsibility, have hijacked our democratic ability to establish peace, justice and a livable world.
The copied and cut bookmark can be distributed anywhere at any time -- including around Memorial and Veterans Day.
Download the bookmark HERE
The moderators of the ABC-sponsored Presidential debate offered questions on a range of issues. They ignored, however, a major set of questions.
If MTA instead of ABC had moderated the debate, here are 10 questions we would have made sure to include.
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"Good evening. Welcome former President Trump and Vice President Harris. We'd like to begin tonight's debate asking the both of you the following questions.
August has been a whirlwind of activism, strategy, and incredible progress for Move to Amend! Find out all the details in the September Newsletter!
In this month’s Affiliate Spotlight, we’re thrilled to celebrate the extraordinary volunteers whose dedication and passion were key to the success of our recent events. Their efforts were nothing short of inspiring, and we’re honored to recognize their contributions.
On August 15, 2024, a diverse and dedicated group of Move to Amend’s (MTA) co-directors, board members, and grassroots leaders gathered in the vibrant city of Chicago, Illinois. From the very start, it was clear that this would be a week of collaborative spirit and profound activism.
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