Date:    1/5/98  2:00 PM
Subject: S7-25-97
     
Dear Mr. Levitt:
     
I am writing to record my opposition to S7-25-97. It is shocking that the SEC 
would even consider permitting stockholders to be gagged by preventing 
discussion and/or actions on gender balancing and fair employment practices, 
among other topics, at open stockholder meetings. Corporations must be 
acountable to their stockholders. As a stockholder, it is important to me that 
the means to hold them accountable be at our disposal. Please turn down the 
proposed rule.
     
Thank you for your attention.
     
Glenda Bailey-Mershon
759 E. Stark Dr.
Palatine, Il 60067