Green Party of Illinois
http://www.ilgp.org/
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 12, 2006
Released June 08, 2006
ILLINOIS -- 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
