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“The 'Occupy' movement seems to have found a central theme to its 2012 movement around overturning 'the corporation as a person,' and some legislators are supporting that concept.” quote by John Battelle
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“The 'Occupy' movement seems to have found a central theme to its 2012 movement around overturning 'the corporation as a person,' and some legislators are supporting that concept.”

John Battelle

About This Quote

The quote highlights a shift in activist focus toward challenging corporate personhood, urging legal and political reform to limit corporate rights.

In simple terms: Activists target corporate legal status.

Key Takeaway

Corporate personhood is contested.

Themes

activism law corporate power politics social change

Mood

critical determined

Type

analysis observation

When to use this quote

  • policy debates
  • court cases
  • grassroots campaigns
  • legislative hearings

Key Concepts

legal personhood corporate rights legislative reform

Practical Applications

  • advocacy strategy
  • legal scholarship

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does corporate personhood affect democracy?
  • What legal mechanisms could redefine corporate status?
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