The resolution asks companies to adhere to American democratic tradition and put up more nominees for director than there are seats to be filled. In nominating additional directors, we call upon the companies to present candidates representing diverse interests, including the community and employees. American International Group Corporate Power Resolutions 1. Report on Political Contributions and Lobbying Expenses Campaign finance reform promises to be one of the major issues of the coming presidential campaign. Corporate political contributions and lobbying expenses have reached record levels.
Shareholders have a right to know how their money is being spent.
General Electric Microsoft 2. It is also equivalent to the combined federal income taxes of 60 million Americans. There is growing pressure to end corporate welfare as we know it. Shareholders have the right to understand how much of their company's profits are tied to various public subsidies. This resolution asks companies to prepare a report outlining the various government subsidies, tax abatements, and below-market financing received.