[sinkspur]

But this doesn't apply to local governments, who have been abusing the most. I'm to the point of believing a constitutional amendment is needed to protect private property.

Or you can elect a mayor and city council, or school board reps, who won't take private property every time a member of Sam Walton's family shows up.

[KoRn]

"Or you can elect a mayor and city council, or school board reps, who won't take private property every time a member of Sam Walton's family shows up."

Very true, but those are an endangered species in our body politic. Just 4 years ago I saw a beautiful mansion get demolished and a super Wal-Mart is there today, I suppose the mansion was "condemned". Sure citizens can take action in many communities to prevent such things, but I believe we need an amendment to protect our private property from these politicians and others who would want to take away from us what is ours.