The Corporation/Ethos

Please watch the film Ethos which is a view of Political/Economic/Corporate Power and its impact on democracy.   What is “Ethos” and how does it reflect the nature of politics and power in the US? What types of power do you see in the film? In what ways does it demonstrate the political power of large companies?  How do they exercise political power?  What about politicians and the public interest? Do you think the impact of leaders and other powerful interests is positive or negative? Why?  How does the film relate to political power today? Make sure cite specific examples from the film and  reading.