tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18846002.post2236492089813699636..comments2023-03-24T04:32:06.390-04:00Comments on Spanish Phrase of the Day: Above the FrayJlowryjrhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17329237040499662141noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18846002.post-49795444141892620962010-02-04T11:20:03.431-05:002010-02-04T11:20:03.431-05:00In my mind the inappropriateness was more an issue...In my mind the inappropriateness was more an issue of time and place.<br /><br />It's like when someone says "With all due respect," when they actually mean "I don't really have much respect for you." Obama referenced the separation of powers and his respect for it, and then, in a highly politicized speech, criticized the court's decision on political and not constitutional grounds.<br /><br />Like you, I think companies should be accountable for their actions. That is why this issue could be addressed with strict disclosure requirements OR a constitutional amendment. That may be the appropriate way to address this.<br /><br />Thomas' point was that if an individual is protected, and a group of individuals enjoys protected speech, at what point does the group get so large that the first amendment doesn't apply? Is it when they incorporate? His point is that the Constitution provides for no such limit.<br /><br />Thanks for your thoughtful comment, as always.Jlowryjrhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17329237040499662141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18846002.post-12866542137359493672010-02-04T00:45:15.220-05:002010-02-04T00:45:15.220-05:00So ... I am not saying that Obama's criticism ...So ... I am not saying that Obama's criticism is ok (though not sure why it is not), but working for a big corporation this does worry me that they can donate an unlimited amount. Because big corporations will donate a large amount on the basis it is profitable to them. Seems as though it could be dangerous. And if they want free speech rights like an individual, etc., perhaps boards should be criminally prosecuted for illegal actions like individuals are. Like in Singapore ... not saying it is a good idea, but where do we draw the line?A.J.https://www.blogger.com/profile/04818947638854293035noreply@blogger.com