WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a shocking but somehow completely unsurprising move, the White House today announced a bold new initiative: "Democracy, Brought to You By…"—a corporate sponsorship program allowing billionaires and multinational corporations to officially sponsor U.S. laws, government agencies, and even entire branches of government.

“Congress is expensive,” said an unnamed White House spokesperson while sipping a Pepsi™ (now the Official Beverage of the Department of Justice™). “And since we all know corporations already write the laws, we figured it was time to cut out the middleman and start making democracy profitable again.”

We’ve gained 15 new cosponsors for the We the People Amendment, bringing us to 45 cosponsors—and this momentum is exactly what we need to keep pushing forward. It’s clear that more lawmakers are recognizing the danger of corporate influence over our government and are starting to take action.

And this is only the beginning...

At Move to Amend, we believe that creativity is a powerful tool for change. The arts—poetry, music, visual art, and literature—have always been integral to social movements. From the resistance of past generations to today’s battles against corporate rule, artists have led the charge in inspiring others to stand up for justice, equity, and democracy. This page serves as a showcase of the creative works that support our cause and as a space to gather, celebrate, and promote artistic activism aimed at ending corporate personhood and restoring democracy.

Big Money in Elections & Democracy: The Power of Art

The fight against corporate personhood and the corrupting influence of money in politics is deeply connected to the power of art. Through various forms of expression, we aim to expose the impact of big money in elections and corporate influence on our democratic processes. Whether through songs, films, poetry, or literature, artists are helping to shine a light on the dangers of corporate rule, and how it affects every aspect of our lives.

Featured Creative Works:

Documentaries & Videos:

• Legalize Democracy
  Watch the full documentary by Move to Amend that explores the need for the We the People Amendment and the power of money in politics.
  
• Why we need the We the People Amendment, narrated by Peter Coyote
• Move to Amend PSA

Music:

• Move to Amend -  – Shamako Noble, MTA Rap
  
  
• Corporations are People – Hank Woji
  
  
• I'm Gonna Marry GE – Gary Kanter
  
  
• The Big Corporation Plan – Charly Price
  
  
• End the Corporation – Sharon Abreu
  
  
• Sound from the Bench – Ted Hearne (Pulitzer Prize finalist) – An avant-garde composition that explores corporate personhood through the lens of landmark Supreme Court cases.
  
  
• Corporations Are Persons Now! - The Raging Grannies
  To the tune: Bicycle Built for Two
• Real People Have Heart - Doug Hendren
• Vote - Dave's Music 

• We're Not the US of BP - Sassafrass

You can also explore this Spotify playlist of songs for social change spanning different genres, movements, and eras.

Literature:

• Corporate Relations – Jenna Osman
  
  
• "America Incorporated" – Sheldon Firem
  A powerful critique of corporate personhood, capturing the essence of corporate power through the voice of a fictional corporate entity.
  
  
• Move to Amend Poems – By Greg Coleridge
  A collection of poems highlighting the deep impact of corporate rule on society and the need for systemic change.

• "The Corporate Coup & The People's Stand" – By Bryson Cline (16 years old).
  A call to action for reclaiming our democracy from corporate control through grassroots organizing and the We the People Amendment

• The Return of The Mad King - by Don Ogden

• Justice John Paul Stevens Dissents written by Jim Allison
  
  
• I Miss Democracy Pageant

• Corporation Human Wedding
  
  
• The Prosecution of Judge Waite Play

• As the Country Turns Skit By Virginia Rasmussen and Mary Zepernick

Additional Works:

• "The Goose and the Common" –  The Privatization of Public Space" / Anonymous
  An anonymous poem from the 18th century critiquing the privatization of public resources, resonating with today’s struggles against corporate land grabs.

• "Birth of We, The People" – Gus Speth’s vision of a new democratic framework free from corporate influence.

• “We Are the Scorpion in Your Jackboot” – Doug Rawlings, a poem from a March 21 action in Portland, Maine, targeting banks that invest in fossil fuels. Rawlings is editor of Peace & Planet News, published by Veterans For Peace.

Submit Your Own Creative Work

Do you have a poem, song, artwork, or any other form of creative expression that supports the movement to end corporate rule? We invite you to contribute your voice to the cause! Whether it’s in celebration of World Poetry Day or in response to current events, your creative resistance is an essential part of the fight to restore democracy to the people.

Send your submission to [email protected].

Move to Amend Arts & Culture

The arts are integral to the fight for justice. Through Arts and Culture, we create spaces for artists and cultural workers to collaborate and support our cause. This includes generating materials for creative resistance, collaborating with artists using their medium to fight corporate power, and exploring the deep connection between art, culture, and social/policy change.

Join us in this effort to use creativity as a force for social transformation!

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) was created to protect us—everyday people—from predatory banks, payday lenders, and corporate greed. It was one of the few agencies standing between Wall Street and the financial devastation of working families.

We’ve reached a crucial moment to claim our democracy from corporate control, and it’s going to take all of us to make it happen.

Learn how you can be a part of the movement pushing to pass the We the People Amendment.

At Move to Amend, our strength is in our people—the dedicated grassroots organizers and advocates who bring our movement to life in their communities. This month, we want to celebrate the work of our affiliates and advocates who have been tirelessly pushing forward the We the People Amendment, despite the challenges of winter and the political roadblocks that corporate interests throw in our way. Their persistence, passion, and commitment are what make this movement unstoppable.

Brownsville, Texas: The Last Stand Against Corporate Rule

In the grand tradition of American political theater, there have been many scandals, betrayals, and power plays. But nothing quite compares to the slow-motion hostile takeover of the U.S. presidency by Big Dark Money.

The anniversary of the overturning of Roe v. Wade serves as a stark reminder that rights once considered fundamental can be stripped away. This devastating decision not only impacts reproductive freedom but also highlights the growing influence of corporate power over our legal system—a system increasingly designed to serve the interests of the few at the expense of the many.

We are witnessing an unprecedented corporate takeover—a full-scale power grab by billionaire elites and their unqualified loyalists, targeting the people, federal agencies, the media, social programs, the rule of law, the U.S. Constitution, and international agreements. But history has shown that moments of extreme repression can also be the tipping point for transformative change.

You do not want to miss this exciting opportunity on Thursday, February 13, to meet with and hear from Lawrence Abbott and other fellow advocates and movement leaders committed to ending corporate destruction of our environment for profit. Your Ecology Network Newsletter is here to keep you in the loop and empower you to make a difference!

In this issue: 

A new Congress has begun, and with it comes a renewed opportunity to challenge the dominance of corporate money in our political system. Rep. Pramila Jayapal has just reintroduced the We the People Amendment and issued a new Dear Colleague letter calling on members of Congress to join as cosponsors.

We’ve all seen the movie Groundhog Day, where Bill Murray keeps reliving the same day over and over until he gets it right. Well, here’s the thing – we don’t want to keep repeating the same mistakes, and we certainly don’t want our political system stuck in a loop of corporate influence and inaction.

It’s time to break the cycle.

We’re thrilled to share a special message from Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-7), a true champion for democracy, endorsing the We The People Amendment! 🎥 Watch her powerful endorsement here.

As Congress convened on January 3, 2025, and Inauguration Day unfolds today, January 20, we are reminded of the glaring divide in this country. The inauguration, while presented as a moment of unity and power, is ultimately a sham—a spectacle where corporate interests and billionaires remain in control, pushing policies that serve the wealthiest few rather than the needs of the many.

Learn How You Can Help!

Affiliate Spotlight: Celebrating Local Action and Impact

In this month’s Affiliate Spotlight, we’re thrilled to highlight the incredible work being done by our affiliates across the country. Their dedication and creativity inspire us all to continue building a people-powered movement for systemic change.

Building People Power in 2025: A New Year, A Renewed Fight!

As we step into 2025, we extend our warmest wishes for a year of resilience, solidarity, and transformative change. All things considered, we know that the road ahead is challenging, with the corporate takeover of our political system continuing to erode the very foundations of people-centered governance. The specter of Insurrection 2.0 has cast a long shadow, but it only reinforces the urgency of our mission: to fight for a democracy that truly serves We the People.

🕛We’re so close – will you help us reach the finish line? ☄️

We don't have to tell you about the corrupting influence of money in elections, or the power corporations yield in our Democracy.

You're already acutely aware that whatever amount of Democracy we've ever had is ever-increasingly imperiled.  

But are you also aware that Move to Amend is the only anti-corruption organization campaigning to end corporate rule and big money in elections -- which together have caused massive harms to people, places, the planet and our elections?

🤔Questions: 

• If your house is on fire, should a bucket be used to extinguish it instead of one or more fire hoses?
• If thirty doses of a medicine are required to treat a serious illness, should your doctor only prescribe ten?
• If all your car brakes fail, should only one be repaired for maximum safety?