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I'll believe corporations are people when Texas executes one
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote critiques the idea of corporate personhood by stating that corporations should only be considered people if they are held accountable like individuals.
Bill Moyers' quote uses dark humor to emphasize the absurdity of treating corporations as people while highlighting the lack of accountability that comes with corporate personhood. By referencing the serious issue of capital punishment in Texas, Moyers suggests that if corporations are given the same rights as individuals, they should also face the same consequences for wrongdoing, thereby calling for a reevaluation of the legal and moral implications of corporate personhood.
Themes
CorporationsPersonhoodAccountabilityPhilosophyCritique
In practice
Example use cases
In a debate about corporate responsibilities, you can use this quote to emphasize the need for accountability.
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