Though it is a statement, not an enfoceable law, it represents a first in official opposition to corporate personhood. Whereas, Citizens of the City of Point Arena hope to nurture and expand democracy in our community and our nation. Democracy means governance by the people. Only natural persons should be able to participate in the democratic process. Interference in the democratic process by corporations frequently usurps the rights of citizens to govern.
Corporations are artificial entities separate and apart from natural persons.
Corporations are not naturally endowed with consciousness or the rights of natural persons. Corporations are creations of law and are only permitted to do what is authorized under law. The City of Point Arena shall encourage public discussion on the role of corporations in public life and urge other cities to foster similar public discussion. Thanks to Paul Cienfuegos for providing a wealth of examples of successful challenges to corporate power.