The secretary did not exercise her discretion lawfully in the manner contemplated by this court's directive.

Company executives exercise wide discretion over the use of corporate assets for charitable purposes. Absent a system of accountability for charitable contributions, executives may use corporate assets for objectives that are not shared by, and may be inimical to, the interests of a company and its shareholders, potentially harming long-term shareholder value.

The judges have full authority to exercise discretion. That's why they're there.

Despite the seriousness of the charges, I would ask the court to exercise discretion.

This is probably not going to meet muster. That seems so preferential that it doesn't seem to me that it would stand up. How can you single them out to exempt them from taxes and not every other theme park?

Her ruling on the request came only seven hours after the deadline for submission, before counties had completed their counts. She did not consider any facts and circumstances but rather cited cases to the effect that she lacked discretion.