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“We need a constitutional amendment to allow the legislature to control the so-called free speech rights of corporations.” quote by Hank Johnson
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“We need a constitutional amendment to allow the legislature to control the so-called free speech rights of corporations.”

Hank Johnson

About This Quote

Source Speech: Congressional remarks, 2023

Advocates limiting corporate free speech via constitutional change.

In simple terms: Limit corporate speech rights.

Key Takeaway

Consider amending the Constitution.

Themes

politics law corporate rights free speech constitution

Mood

critical serious

Type

political policy

When to use this quote

  • legislative debate
  • court challenges
  • public policy
  • media regulation

Key Concepts

first amendment corporate personhood regulation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How should corporate speech be regulated?
  • What are risks of limiting it?
A Different Perspective

Balancing free speech with democratic control is complex.

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