The Political Revolution in Managerial Power: Corporate Personhood and the American Plutocratic Class
Ammerman, Liam
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Abstract
The extension of political rights to corporations through Supreme Court decisions has altered the makeup of the plutocratic class in the United States. I argue that classifying campaign finance as a first amendment right afforded to corporate entities gave political power to corporate managers and shifted American political ideology in turn. This shift is reflected in government policies that prioritize the interests of the plutocratic class, resulting in a feedback loop that amplifies their wealth and power. This analysis will review the Supreme Court decisions that caused this, the subsequent polices, and how both contribute to the political power of corporate managers and owners. I will conclude by considering how this influenced the current political situation in the United States.
