On their start page:
http://www.apple.com/startpage/.
Quote:
No on Prop 8
Apple is publicly opposing Proposition 8 and making a donation of $100,000 to the No on 8 campaign. Apple was among the first California companies to offer equal rights and benefits to our employees’ same-sex partners, and we strongly believe that a person’s fundamental rights — including the right to marry — should not be affected by their sexual orientation. Apple views this as a civil rights issue, rather than just a political issue, and is therefore speaking out publicly against Proposition 8.
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Political donations when made in a company's self-interest are one thing. But I'm not sure I like the idea of a company making an endorsement and major contribution on a social, non-company related issue.
I mean, let's be clear. This is Steve Jobs using Apple's money to push his own political agenda. This act won't benefit Apple as a company in any way.
That said, I won't be voting for Proposition 8 (nor will I be voting against it). I think California has much more pressing issues.