The Supreme Court ruled in the Santa Clara decision 131 years ago today, on May 10, 1886.
However, even better than a REAL person, you, “corporate person, can:
√ Exist forever,
√ ”Die” instantly and “resurrect” as a new person multiple times to avoid taxes or punishment,
√ Be a “person” in dozens of places at the same time..or one place — whatever and whenever it’s convenient.
√ In many cases, write off penalties and fines
√ Avoid obligation to responsibilities and demands of citizenship to any community (i.e. jury duty, community involvement, property taxes)