memo

Memorandum

To: Jesse Owens

From: Student Sample

Subject: Political Activism for 306 Industries

Date: November 5, 2018

The founding fathers of our country created a constitution that allows citizens to have a voice in our

government. Political activism is essential in functioning our government and private companies are often

given louder voices to express their political opinions. Once a company speaks out onto an issue it not

only speaks volumes on the issue but also shows the importance of being politically active. Below I have

stated three reasons we should become politically involved with our country.

Political Gain for the Company

Several companies such as In-n-out and Chick-fil-a have donated their private money to candidates and

issues based parties to have some influence. At 306 Industries, we often have several issues with finding

land for factories and warehouses. This is due to policy’s being implemented by local governments that

effect our company. Being involved politically can assist in expanding our company,

Donating or even endorsing a candidate which you approve will help then get elected. If not get elected

the company and yourself will be approving the right to free speech. The candidate you approve of will

often help us in the long run. Their approval carries on into their term and will help implement our needed

expansion for the company.

The Candidate which we help get elected will often remember us when policies are being passed. For

example, if we need to expand our warehouse and its approval is being voted on by the City council. The

city Council will most likely help push our vote for approval.

Promotes Political Activism

The 19th Amendment was ratified in 1920 allowing women to vote. It hasn’t even been 100 years yet

only 55% of our citizens turnout to vote for our president. America is the least politically involved

developed country. As CEO of our company you would be an example in promoting political activism

and having a voice.

American eagle has voiced out their opinions on gun control and it has had the approval of both sides of

the political spectrum. Voting Interest groups commend these companies not for their actual opinions but,

their ability to voice their opinion. Nike: Nike recently stepped into the political arena with the Colin

Kaepernick advertisement. Many viewed this statement as a money grab however I perceived it as a bold

statement. His voice and ability to step up promoted political activism and having an opinion in any

profession.

Free Advertisement

Before working at 306 Industries I worked at Chick-Fil-A for 4 years. In my time, I had seen the Same-

Sex protest and the Love Wins protest. Both have been the busiest days at our store and had seen Line out

of our parking lots. This was due to the massive following of the same sex marriage issue. The CEO had

spoken out on the issue and it had welcomed people of the same beliefs to show support.

When Chick-fil-a owner, Truett Cathy, had spoken out about the issue it had gotten Mass Media coverage

for months. Many News outlets cover company CEOs who advertise a politician or issue. Nike, In-n-out,

American Eagle, and CFA are all examples. With their name in the media it acts almost as a commercial.

The name recognition of the company increases and it reaches far more people. The news outlets allow

for free commercials essentially. The news covers the topic and explains the company’s involvement.

Commercials usually run for 30 seconds but a news segment can last minutes.

Political Activism is important to our country and should not be left out of private corporations. 306

Industries has nothing to lose and all to gain when getting involved in local elections. Voting rights have

always been abused throughout our history and promoting a political candidate will do nothing but for

this country. As CEO and also American citizen it would be in your best interest to support a political

candidate and allow our company to have a voice.