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sdw2001 said:

Make sure you read the full Guardian article.  Not only is this mayor an idiot, but the article is biased in the extreme.  Every stat and quote is wrapped in language that implies Apple is a selfish, evil tax cheating company who should pay it's "fair share."  There is no counterbalance, no discussion of what causes corporate inversion, no talk of the positive things Apple SURELY does for its home City, no discussion of the economic benefits of having the juggernaut that is Apple live in your town...nothing.   It's just more left-wing crap.   Apple should publicly respond to this windbag like this:  

We at Apple are aware of recent criticisms and policy proposals put forth by Mayor Chang.  As a responsible corporate citizen, Apple has made its home here for more than 30 years.  We are proud of our relationship with our City.  

Apple currently pays over $9m per year to the City of Cupertino in income taxes.  This represents over 18% of the City's entire budget.  Many of our employees live in and around Cupertino, and pay personal income, sales and property taxes as well.  Apple is one of the largest employers in the world, located right here in Cupertino.  The economic benefits of Apple's presence alone are nearly indescribable.  This is to say nothing of our corporate efforts in philanthropy, which are extensive.  Put simply, Cupertino would be unrecognizable without Apple.  

While we are always willing to discuss ways to solve problems and improve our community, Apple will not be berated by an elected official who is clearly attacking us for political gain.   We will engage in no further discussions with Mr. Chang.  Should a new mayor be elected, Apple will enthusiastically collaborate and cooperate with those who seek to improve our home.  

apple ][ said:

Serves 'em right!

I bet that a lot of Apple employees are Bernie supporters who have contributed to the campaign and they support higher taxation!

Now pay up what you owe! Put your money where your mouth is!

Apple only contributes nearly 20% of the city's tax revenue? It should clearly be much higher!

Down with the rich! Down with greedy corporations! The rich are evil! And Apple has plenty of money! It's absolutely disgusting that any company should make that much money.

Let's dismantle Apple and nationalize it! Power to the people! Crackhead lives matter!

techprod1gy said:

Let's all be honest here. In Apple's mind it does nothing wrong. Everything is intentional. I am sure they put a positive spin on the suicide last week as well. In John Ive voice: "That was not a suicide, it was like a caterpillar spinning a cocoon and transforming into a beautiful butterfly". I really don't like the above all tone of this company at the moment.

pmz said:

Click bait title. 

Weird random plug for GMO food. 

WTF has happened to this place. 

antonpablo said:

Hopefully they didn't spend too much money recycling designs and coming out with the same 'ol stuff but with new colors. It's like they're out of ideas.